Practice Leader, Reputational Risk, Culture

As Practice Leader, Reputational Risk, Culture, you’re responsible for defining, overseeing and updating risk management practices in line with the value chain, strategic directions and regulatory requirements. You serve as the first link in the value chain for your risk areas by structuring practices, monitoring emerging issues and supporting teams by managing sensitive situations. You draw on your ability to provide sound judgment, cross-sector coordination and strategic positioning on files with a very high degree of operational and conceptual complexity. More specifically, you will be required to: Act as an expert on complex issues requiring an overall reading of risks and their impacts. Define and lead the risk appetite framework for reputational risk, talent and culture, including indicators and monitoring mechanisms. Establish and maintain the monitoring plan to meet business objectives and regulatory requirements. Monitor, analyze and simulate activities to anticipate emerging risks and evolving practice-related needs. Develop, document and update policies, standards, frameworks and operational practices for your line of work. Lead cross-sector squads and governing bodies that bring together different areas of expertise to ensure alignment between the strategic vision and operational reality. Represent the department before internal committees, including governing bodies made up of senior managers. 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 human resources, industrial relations, administration, law, risk management, organizational psychology or a related field A minimum of eight years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: organizational communications management, brand management, talent management, including five years of demonstrated risk management experience (like identifying, assessing and monitoring risks, developing frameworks, policies, indicators or monitoring plans, or supporting managers or senior managers in high-risk situations) Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered Significant experience in strategic advisory roles with departments or decision-making bodies Experience in complex, matrix environments that are highly regulated or have media exposure, and that require extensive cross-sector coordination Knowledge of French is required Ambiguity, Communicates effectively, Complexity, Interpersonal Savvy, 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 Risk management (FG) Unposting Date 2026-08-15