ESG Regulatory Frameworks Business Analyst

Desjardins Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Montreal seeks a Business Analyst specializing in ESG data and analytics. In this strategic role, you will analyze regulatory constraints, improve ESG reporting methodologies, and co-create innovative solutions to support sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate should have at least six years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency in French. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on guiding the organization towards responsible climate transitions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of PCAF methodology and recognized certifications.
• Fluency in French is required.

Responsibilities

• Support data analysis ESG reporting and improve methodologies.
• Participate in climate disclosures and improve data quality.
• Co-create solutions with users to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Experience in the banking sector

Data disclosure and processing

Building relationships

Ambiguity handling

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Advanced Excel

SQL

Python

SAS

Power BI

Job description

Are you passionate about using data and analytics to solve large-scale, contemporary ESG issues? Are you a good communicator who brings people together? Do you have the ability to synthesize, excellent analytical skills and innovative thinking? If so, then this position is for you! At Desjardins, environmental, social and governance (ESG) data is at the heart of our shift to sustainable finance. This strategic role aims to create a robust, consistent and evolving ESG information asset that supports reporting, the value of products and services, and informed decision-making across Desjardins. The ESG Transformation, Data and Analytics Administrative Department, which works for the Sustainable Development Office, is looking for a business analyst to support its ESG data and analytics operations. As an ESG regulatory framework business analyst, you contribute to strategic and cross-sector initiatives related to ESG data. You analyze regulatory constraints and explain them plainly in terms of business needs. You make proposals for innovative integrated ESG data solutions and assess their organizational impacts. Together with the ESG business architect, you also help with planning and business intelligence, monitoring business plans and performance, and delivering business strategies and solutions aligned with Desjardins Group’s ESG priorities. As an ESG data business analyst, you play a key role in guiding our organization toward a responsible and ambitious climate transition. You’re known for your expertise in your field and your ability to build relationships with people. You work in alignment with many other parties from other Desjardins sectors. If you’re looking to join a dynamic team and you’re comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity, then you’re just the person we’re looking for! More specifically, you will be required to :

• Serve as a resource person and expert by supporting initiatives related to data analysis, ESG reporting and improving methodologies, particularly by analyzing regulatory constraints and explaining them plainly in terms of business needs.

• Participate in activities related to climate disclosures: Analyze data and conduct research to improve data quality.

• Co-create solutions with users and ensure alignment with business objectives. Analyze impacts with the parties involved, and identify prerequisites and internal dependencies. Make sure the solution is developed with a cross-sector vision and include end-to-end requirement traceability.

• Identify and analyze issues. Address significant issues. Diagnose issues and make recommendations to decision-making bodies.

• Formalize objectives, help identify value for the organization and model business processes.

• Help the ESG business architect design and prioritize target transformation blocks and the roadmap (applications, processes, data, organization, technology, etc.).

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus

• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

• Group insurance including telemedicine

• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

*Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

• A minimum of six years of relevant experience

• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

• Experience in the banking sector (knowledge of products and data)

• Experience drafting and presenting documents for an executive level

• Experience in an influential role and the ability to build relationships

• Experience in data disclosure and processing (financial reporting, risk, audit or governance)

• Experience working in project mode (defining needs, functional specifications, etc.)

• Knowledge of French is required

• Knowledge of PCAF methodology, ESG standards and frameworks, or recognized certification

• Knowledge of data management, including data handling tools (for example, advanced Excel, SQL, Python, SAS, Power BI, etc.)

• Knowledge of accounting/finance principles (for example, reconciliation, financial products)

Action oriented, Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Stakeholders

Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

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Job Family

Administration (FG)