Business Advisor - HRM, NS

Scotiabank; Halifax; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian bank is seeking a Customer Advisor for its Halifax branch. The role focuses on managing relationships with small business owners and requires knowledge of financial products and excellent communication skills. Candidates should have a business-related education or equivalent experience. A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Internal training support

Commitment to community engagement

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of the small business market and products.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients.
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-value small business owner relationships.
• Develop relationships within the local business community.
• Engage proactively with clients to build successful businesses.
• Collaborate with fellow advisors in a customer-centric environment.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Business development techniques

Organizational skills

Communication

Financial statement understanding

Education

Education in a business-related discipline

Job description

What you’ll be doing…

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

• Manage 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 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

What you have…

• You possess a results‑oriented attitude and have sound knowledge of the small business market, including the features and benefits of small business products and services, an understanding of financial statements, applicable risk management policies and legal and security documentation for small business products
• You demonstrate excellent business development techniques and are conversant with small 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; you 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 small business owner
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

What we’re offering…

• 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

Location(s): Canada – Nova Scotia – Halifax.

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Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.