The Prospective Analysis Department’s primary mandate is to produce and coordinate forward-looking risk management analyses for Desjardins Group, including sensitivity analyses, scenario analyses and stress testing. These analyses are carried out in partnership with various experts in risk management and finance, as well as collaborators from other Desjardins Group business sectors. As a data scientist for prospective analysis, you’ll help analyze and quantify risk projections and contribute to risk aggregation in order to support strategic risk management and build Desjardins Group’s financial strength. You serve as an expert for the different stakeholders involved in quantifying forward-looking analyses and development projects for the institution’s business activities. These activities require knowledge of modelling and projecting risks, current standards and regulations, and statistical knowledge. More specifically, you will be required to: Carry out forward-looking analyses on financial and non-financial risks Design, use and develop mathematical projection models for risk management and diligently prepare associated documentation Balance business needs, risk management, requirements and best practices Contribute to projects, mandates or activities in your field of expertise Develop tools to project and integrate risks with aggregated risk and financial measures Monitor the industry to understand and anticipate trends in your field of expertise to develop and update relevant best practices for the organization 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 math, statistics, economics, finance or 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 risk quantification and/or risk management 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 Proficiency with SAS, SQL and Python programming tools Knowledge of Basel standards and IFRS Innovation, Interpersonal Savvy #LI-Hybrid 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. 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! Job Family Data (FG) Unposting Date 2025-09-8 Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America. We're the choice for over 52,000 employees and we're named one of Canada's top employers by Mediacorp and Forbes. We offer a full range of financial products and services and share our expertise in personal services, business services, wealth management, life and health insurance, and property and casualty insurance. Pursuing a career at Desjardins means being part of an organization that puts people first. The jobs you found aren’t the right fit? Introduce yourself: we want to know you!
