Senior Advisor, AI Model Risk

Desjardins; Montreal West; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

4 weeks vacation (flexible)

Defined benefit pension

Group insurance including telemedicine

Health & wellness reimbursement

Telework equipment

Job summary

Desjardins in Montreal is seeking a Senior Advisor, AI Model Risk to lead specialized analyses and provide expert recommendations across the AI lifecycle. You will serve governance teams, business units and analytics teams to strengthen risk practices and assurance across models and systems.

Ideal candidates bring at least six years of relevant experience, a French language requirement, and strong skills in analysis, communication and synthesis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, model validation or governance, advanced analytics or artificial intelligence
• A minimum of six years of relevant experience
• Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Knowledge of French is required
• Proficiency in analysis, communication, and synthesis techniques
• Knowledge of issues related to model risk management, responsible AI and AI systems governance
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Law 25, Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Perform model risk assessments and produce the required risk opinions
• Evaluate AI systems and vendor solutions that incorporate AI components
• Challenge risk ratings and proposed mitigation measures
• Contribute to the implementation of model risk governance requirements and work closely with model risk oversight teams
• Participate in the oversight of the AI systems portfolio and the monitoring of identified issues
• Develop and maintain tools, methodologies and key risk indicators for model risk management
• Maintain awareness of industry best practices and regulatory requirements

Skills

Action oriented

Customer focus

Interpersonal savvy

Nimble learning

Strategic mindset

Differences

Education

Bachelor's degree in risk management, model validation or governance, advanced analytics or artificial intelligence

Job description

Required

The AI Risk Management and Governance team oversees the development, deployment and use of analytical, algorithmic and artificial intelligence models. Our goal is to maximize the value of data while ensuring it’s used ethically, responsibly and securely for the benefit of our members and clients. As a Senior Advisor, AI Model Risk, you’ll perform specialized analyses, provide expert advice and recommendations and help advance the practices, tools and standards that support AI model risk management. You’ll serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to governance teams, business units, analytics teams and other stakeholders involved throughout the AI system lifecycle. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Perform model risk assessments and produce the required risk opinions
• Evaluate AI systems and vendor solutions that incorporate AI components
• Challenge risk ratings and proposed mitigation measures
• Contribute to the implementation of model risk governance requirements and work closely with model risk oversight teams
• Participate in the oversight of the AI systems portfolio and the monitoring of identified issues
• Develop and maintain tools, methodologies and key risk indicators for model risk management
• Maintain awareness of industry best practices and regulatory requirements

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 in risk management, model validation or governance, advanced analytics or artificial intelligence
• A minimum of six years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Knowledge of French is required
• Proficiency in analysis, communication, and synthesis techniques
• Knowledge of issues related to model risk management, responsible AI and AI systems governance
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Law 25, Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, etc.)

Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

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.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Trade Union (If applicable)

Job Family

Data (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-08-26