Business Advisor - Halifax

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Join a purpose-driven, winning team committed to results within an inclusive and high-performing culture.

What you’ll be doing…

Our Business Advisors are customer-centric and able to connect with people in a relatable way. As essential members of the Canadian Banking network, they focus on providing exceptional service throughout the customer’s journey by:

1. Managing an assigned portfolio of high-value and/or complex small business owner relationships to achieve retention and other negotiated goals while meeting Scotiabank’s Service Standards.
2. Creating a strong presence within the local business community by developing relationships with various Centres of Influence.
3. Proactively engaging with new and existing clients to build strong, ongoing relationships and provide comprehensive advice to help them build successful businesses.
4. Partnering with fellow advisors to create a customer-centric environment.

What you have…

- A results-oriented attitude with sound knowledge of the business banking market, including features and benefits of small business products and services, understanding of financial statements, risk management policies, and legal/security documentation for business banking.

- Strong business development skills, familiarity with small business legal structures, life cycles, competitor offerings, and alternative financing sources.

- Good organizational skills and flexibility to adapt to a changing environment.

- Strong relationship-building and communication skills; enjoys meeting people and collaborating with others.

- Education in a business-related discipline or equivalent work experience as a small business owner.

- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

What we’re offering…

- Opportunity to join a forward-thinking company with collaboration across different bank divisions.

- A rewarding career path with diverse professional development opportunities.

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.

- Internal training to support growth and skill enhancement.

- An organization committed to making a difference in our communities—for you and our customers.

Location

Canada: Nova Scotia: Halifax

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future," we help our customers, their families, and communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products, and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform our Recruitment team. Candidates must apply online to be considered. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.