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As Section Manager, Contested Matters, you're responsible for managing activities related to the handling of contested and complex claims nationwide. You lead a team of professionals and administrative support staff and ensure that they meet their performance targets, develop their skills and provide high-quality service. Working closely with the life and health insurance claims teams, you support strategic decision-making on highly complex claims and help improve practices to ensure operational excellence and member and client satisfaction. More specifically, you will be required to:

Manage, motivate and develop a team of professionals and administrative support staff responsible for handling contested and complex claims nationwide

Take responsibility for team performance, results and skills development

Help your immediate supervisor organize work and plan operational activities for the unit

Coach and guide team members in making strategic decisions on highly complex claims and guide them in determining which priorities to focus on

Work closely with the life and health insurance claims teams to ensure claims are managed efficiently and consistently

Develop, implement and monitor the unit’s action plan to ensure it’s in line with the organization’s strategic directions

Define and enhance the unit’s services to maximize business results and client satisfaction

Identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions that promote operational efficiency and continuous improvement

Implement management practices that support engagement, talent development, diversity, employee attraction and retention, and change management

Ensure sound management of individual and team performance, as well as effective reporting

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As Section Manager, Contested Matters, you're responsible for managing activities related to the handling of contested and complex claims nationwide.



You lead a team of professionals and administrative support staff and ensure that they meet their performance targets, develop their skills and provide high-quality service. Working closely with the life and health insurance claims teams, you support strategic decision‑making on highly complex claims and help improve practices to ensure operational excellence and member and client satisfaction. More specifically, you will be required to:

Manage, motivate and develop a team of professionals and administrative support staff responsible for handling contested and complex claims nationwide

Take responsibility for team performance, results and skills development

Help your immediate supervisor organize work and plan operational activities for the unit

Coach and guide team members in making strategic decisions on highly complex claims and guide them in determining which priorities to focus on

Work closely with the life and health insurance claims teams to ensure claims are managed efficiently and consistently

Develop, implement and monitor the unit’s action plan to ensure it’s in line with the organization’s strategic directions

Define and enhance the unit’s services to maximize business results and client satisfaction

Identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions that promote operational efficiency and continuous improvement

Implement management practices that support engagement, talent development, diversity, employee attraction and retention, and change management

Ensure sound management of individual and team performance, as well as effective reporting

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

Perks apply based on eligibility criteria.

What You Bring To The Table

Bachelor's degree in a related field

A minimum of six years of relevant experience, including two years in a management role

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

Experience in managing teams

Strong communication skills in both French and English, both oral and written due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with english‑speaking parteners, members and/or clients.

Knowledge of the legal field and the life and health insurance sector

Decision quality, Develops talent, Drive results, Work processes

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!

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📌 Section Manager, Contested Matters (Ontario)
🏢 Desjardins
📍 Ontario