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Optimization and Efficiency Advisor

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Mid level
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Mid level
Lead process diagnostics and optimization initiatives using Lean and Kaizen. Design and facilitate workshops, support teams to deploy improvements, map processes, and quantify financial and non-financial gains while ensuring follow-up until benefits are realized.
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Job Description

Build the future with us 
Are you driven by operational excellence and continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the purpose of a company that strives to ensure its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As an Optimization and Efficiency Advisor, you will play a key role in implementing a high-performance management system by optimizing processes, facilitating Lean workshops, and guiding teams toward sustainable results. 

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully leverage your potential within a caring and reliable organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment conducive to collaboration and innovation. 


What you will accomplish with us 
As an Optimization and Efficiency Advisor, you will be at the core of our mission. Your main responsibilities will include: 

  • Conducting diagnostic assessments of processes to identify areas for improvement and developing action plans based on findings 
  • Designing, preparing, and facilitating optimization workshops (Kaizen, problem-solving) with iA Group organizational units 
  • Supporting managers and their teams in deploying continuous improvement activities until benefits are realized 
  • Contributing to process mapping according to best practices and Lean principles 
  • Determining financial and non-financial gains from optimization activities and ensuring proper follow-up 

What will accelerate your success in this role 
We are looking for someone who: 

  • Has 3 to 7 years of experience in process optimization within a complex environment and holds a Green Belt certification 
  • Is recognized for in-depth knowledge of Lean principles and tools 
  • Stands out for strong analytical skills, ability to solve complex problems, and results-oriented mindset 
  • Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and a collaborative spirit 
  • Is known for the ability to work effectively in a team and communicate with various stakeholders 
  • Has an advanced level of English proficiency, as the role involves weekly email and videoconference exchanges with teams across Canada, including both French-speaking and English-only business lines 

Why you’ll love working with us 

  • A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence 
  • A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed 
  • The possibility of working in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces 
  • Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, a competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more! 

Apply now and take charge of your career—where your talent truly matters! 


Still hesitating? 
At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply—we want to get to know you! 



Location(s)Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue
Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date2026-08-14Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

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