The work location will be determined based on the service centre selected by the successful candidate

Required
The incumbent is responsible for prospecting, soliciting, developing and maintaining business relationships with major strategic clients operating in the commercial sector, with a view to promoting and selling products and services in order to grow the centre’s business. He or she uses his/her in-depth technical and business skills to represent, negotiate and engage companies as part of strategic agreements of great importance to the centre's business. He or she ensures consistency and balance between sales objectives, sound and prudent risk management, portfolio profitability and member, client and partner satisfaction. He or she also acts as leaders and influencers to a variety of parties and share his/her expertise with unit members as necessary. Initiate, develop and maintain personalized business relationships with current and potential clients in order to promote and sell the products and services offered by Desjardins. More specifically, you will be required to:

Act as an account manager by serving as a key intermediary between the business centre and members and clients. Ensure proper usage and updating of, as well as satisfaction with the products and services offered. Analyze sources of dissatisfaction and recommend potential solutions.

Identify and analyze member and client needs, develop personalized solutions and prepare an integrated service offering. Negotiate applicable conditions with members and clients.

Recommend strategies and solutions for achieving objectives by the business centre such as increased business volume, sound risk management, portfolio profitability and stronger business relationships.





Use intelligence to identify opportunities for business development that will increase the competitiveness of the products and services offered.

Execute various promotional activities as part of the centre's business operations. Participate in targeted public relations activities and participate actively in the business community.

Be attentive to client and member needs to ensure their full satisfaction, seize business opportunities and, as needed, refer them to the right person to meet their needs.

Adhere to all policies, practices and standards in effect, as well as the various laws governing the distribution of financial products and services. Provide sound and prudent risk management for all portfolios under their responsibility.

What we offer*

Market-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 a related field

A minimum of eight years of relevant experience

Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

Knowledge of French is required

Knowledge of the latest financial, economic, policy and legislative developments

Ability to perform analyses of the market and the business centre external environment





Ability to perform financial analysis

Knowledge of the characteristics and credit risk inherent to the major commercial, industrial and institutional markets

Knowledge of loan and guarantee contracts

Knowledge of products and services for businesses and those offered by caisses, components and Desjardins distribution networks and those of the competition

Knowledge of financing and credit management practices related to businesses

Knowledge of policies, legislation and standards governing the products and services offered by the business centre

Knowledge of business credit authorization, monitoring, collection and recovery practices

Knowledge of the Desjardins business processes

Understanding of the referral process

Familiarity with government business assistance programs

Networking skills

Strong sales skills

Knowledge of service standards

Understanding of cooperative and cooperative network values, rules and operations

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
Member/client sales and service (FG)

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📌 Account Manager, Commercial Market (Quebec City)
🏢 Desjardins
📍 Quebec City