Business Advisor - Avalon Mall, St. Johns, NFLD

Scotiabank; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank in St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a Business Advisor to manage high value business owner relationships and deliver comprehensive financial guidance. You will grow the local business client base and partner with other bankers to ensure an integrated customer experience.

The role requires strong relationship-building skills, knowledge of business banking products, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are needed.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build client relationships and provide advisory services.
• Understanding of business banking market and financial statements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of high value and/or complex business owner relationships to achieve retention and negotiated goals.
• Develop relationships with Centres of Influence to strengthen local presence.
• Proactively engage with new and existing clients to provide comprehensive business advice.
• Collaborate with other advisors to create a customer-centric environment.

Skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Business development

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Business-related discipline or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID: 274201
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Our Business Advisors (BA) are customer-centric and able to connect with people in a relatable way. As an essential member of the Canadian Banking network, the focus is to provide exceptional service throughout the customer’s journey by:

• Manage an assigned portfolio of high value and/or complex business owner relationships to achieve retention and other negotiated goals while meeting Scotiabank’s Service Standard
• Creating a strong presence within the local business community by developing relationships with various Centres of Influence
• Proactively engage with new and existing clients to build strong, ongoing relationships and provide comprehensive advice, enabling them to build successful businesses
• Partner with fellow advisors to create a customer centric environment

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• You possess a results-oriented attitude and have sound knowledge of the business banking market including the features and benefits of business products and services, including; an understanding of financial statements, applicable risk management policies and legal and security documentation for business products
• You demonstrate excellent business development techniques and are conversant with business legal structures and life cycles, competitor offerings and alternate sources of financing
• You have good organizational skills and are flexible to adapt to a constantly changing environment
• You are a strong relationship builder and communicator; and enjoy meeting people and are proficient at collaborating with others
• You have an education in a business-related discipline or equivalent work experience as a business owner
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Do you have the skills to enable you to be successful in this role? We would love to work with you if you have:

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking company with the ability to collaborate with other business lines within the bank
• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• Internal training to support your growth and enhance your skills
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities - for you and our customers.

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Location(s): Canada : Newfoundland and Labrador : St John's
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and our communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.