Desjardins’s IT Foundations teams provide ongoing support to a growing number of projects. The 16 foundations and teams provide support for the use of cross-sector IT capacities aligned with enterprise architecture targets and the needs of Desjardins Group’s business sectors. Our mission is to modernize and simplify Desjardins’s IT landscape by promoting security, stability and compliance. Working in the Foundations, Digital Experience, Process Automation and Cross-Sector Functions Department, your role is to help the unit manager supervise approximately 20 professionals. You support talent development and employee engagement by creating a positive, motivating work environment where everyone’s contribution is valued. You have functional authority over the team and manage individual performance. You support management objectives by optimizing resource allocation and assisting with strategy development. More specifically, you will be required to:Promote continuous improvement of practices and deliverables by encouraging innovation and efficiency within teamsEnsure progress on capacities and accelerators by facilitating the coordination and delivery of commitments in collaboration with the train manager, scrum master and product managerSupport financial management by monitoring budgets, defining business earnings and ensuring economic targets are metCommunicate the strategic vision by conveying executive needs to professionals and vice-versaOversee talent development by encouraging skill growth, personal reflection and autonomy among team membersDefine and implement the unit's service offer by overseeing the various projects and activities under your responsibilityManage performance and satisfaction by monitoring objectives, deliverable quality, and relationships with clients and partnersPlay a key HR role by carrying out duties related to hiring, performance management, disciplinary measures and ongoing trainingWhat we offer*Competitive salary and annual bonus4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first yearDefined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirementGroup insurance including telemedicineReimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
What you bring to the tableBachelor's degree in a related fieldA minimum of eight years of relevant experiencePlease note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be consideredExperience managing agile teamsExperience delivering large-scale projectsKnowledge of French is requiredIntermediate knowledge 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 clientsKnowledge of new development and management practices Action oriented, Communicates effectively, Customer Focus, Develops talent, Differences, Directs work, Engagement, Nimble learning, Strategic mindsetTrade 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 Management support and expertise support (FG)Unposting Date 2025-09-12
