<p>Are you a strategic, action-oriented leader with a passion for driving business growth across diverse markets? We're looking for a Manager, Growth Strategies and Initiatives (OAW) to lead transformative initiatives across the Ontario, Atlantic, and Western (OAW) regions. This pivotal role supports both the Desjardins Agent Network and Direct Distribution, with a mandate to design and execute comprehensive growth strategies that enhance performance across all lines of business-including Property & Casualty Personal and Commercial Lines Insurance, Life Insurance, and Financial Services. As a key liaison for The Personal Insurance Company (TPIC), Desjardins Insurance, and Desjardins Agent Network (DAN), you will collaborate across functions to identify robust growth opportunities, diagnose challenges, and bring forward solutions that deliver measurable impact across the OAW regions. More specifically, you will be required to:</p> <ul> <li>Lead strategic planning and oversee the execution of growth strategies across all lines of business in the OAW regions, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and long-term objectives </li><li>Develop deep market intelligence by understanding regional dynamics, business performance indicators, and competitive landscapes to identify and prioritize growth opportunities </li><li>Foster a proactive and results-driven culture, thriving in an environment that demands initiative, innovation, and the ability to anticipate and respond to emerging challenges </li><li>Continuously monitor performance metrics, assess the effectiveness of implemented strategies, and develop targeted follow-up action plans to optimize outcomes and performance </li><li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability, maintaining focus on key deliverables while navigating evolving business needs and aligning efforts with strategic direction </li><li>Drive effective communication, articulating a clear vision, managing transitions, and ensuring team alignment with long-range goals and organizational transformation </li><li>Influence and inspire stakeholders across multiple business units and levels of the organization, building consensus and driving commitment to shared growth objectives </li><li>Lead a high-performing team of professionals, overseeing the development of initiatives, fostering collaboration with internal partners (e.g., Actuarial, Underwriting, Marketing, Distribution), and ensuring excellence in client satisfaction </li></ul> <p>What we offer*</p> <ul> <li> <p>Competitive salary and annual bonus</p> </li><li> <p>4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year</p> </li><li> <p>Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement</p> </li><li> <p>Group insurance including telemedicine</p> </li><li> <p>Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment</p> </li><li> <p>Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.</p> </li></ul> <p>What you bring to the table</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelor's degree in a related field</p> </li><li> <p>A minimum of ten years of relevant experience including four years of management experience</p> </li><li> <p>Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered</p> </li><li> <p>Experience in Property & Casualty and Financial Services</p> </li><li> <p>Advanced knowledge and comfortable using reporting suites and data tools (PowerBI, Excel, Powerpoint)</p> </li><li> <p>Intermediate knowledge of the Desjardins Agent Network</p> </li></ul> <p>Action oriented, Business insight, Communicates effectively, Global perspective, Organizational savvy, Strategic mindset</p> <p>#LI-Hybrid</p> <p>Trade Union (If applicable)</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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!</p> <p>Job Family</p> <p>Management (FG)</p> <p>Unposting Date</p> <p>2025-06-23</p>