Temporary position for 12 months

As a Climate Change Advisor, you will be part of the Climate Transition Department within the Desjardins Sustainable Development Office. You will help define Desjardins Group’s priorities and initiatives pertaining to climate change, as well as the methodologies and standards needed to implement and track them. More specifically, you will be required to : Actively participate in projects and initiatives related to your field (developing roadmaps and recommendations based on the organization’s priorities and objectives, monitoring and updating targets and commitments, risk analyses, etc.) Conduct research, carry out preliminary analysis, and develop the initial outlines of tools and work processes that require a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the business lines and organization Contribute to climate change-related reporting Support the more experienced professionals in your unit Monitor new trends in climate change and biodiversity

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. #LI-Hybrid

What you bring to the table

Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, sustainable development, finance or another relevant discipline A minimum of two years of relevant experience Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered Practical experience in the financial sector or in consulting Experience in developing and implementing climate strategies and defining GHG emission reduction targets, ideally within the financial sector context Experience in climate risk and scenario analysis Experience in climate-related reporting and greenhouse gas emissions measurement Knowledge of French is required Intermediate advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients Action oriented, Business insight, 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 Cooperative and international development (FG) Unposting Date 2026-08-19