Business Advisor - Kirkland, QC

Scotiabank; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Business Advisor to join their inclusive and high-performing team. This role focuses on building strong relationships with business owners, providing exceptional service throughout their journey. You'll manage a portfolio of high-value clients, engage with the local business community, and collaborate with colleagues to create a customer-centric environment. With a commitment to professional development and community impact, this position offers a rewarding career path in a forward-thinking organization. If you're passionate about helping businesses succeed and thrive, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of business banking market and financial products.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-value business relationships.
• Engage with clients to provide comprehensive business advice.
• Collaborate with fellow advisors to enhance customer experience.

Skills

Business Development Techniques

Relationship Building

Financial Statement Analysis

Risk Management Policies

Legal/Financial Documentation

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Business-related Discipline

Job description

Requisition ID: #

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

About the role

Our Business Advisors (BA) are customer-centric and capable of connecting with people in a relatable way. As an essential member of the Canadian Banking network, your focus will be to provide exceptional service throughout the customer journey by:

1. Managing an assigned portfolio of high-value and/or complex 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, helping them to build successful businesses.
4. Partnering with fellow advisors to create a customer-centric environment.

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

• Possess a results-oriented attitude and have sound knowledge of the business banking market, including features and benefits of business products and services, understanding of financial statements, risk management policies, and legal/security documentation.
• Demonstrate excellent business development techniques and familiarity with business legal structures, life cycles, competitor offerings, and financing options.
• Have good organizational skills and be adaptable to a constantly changing environment.
• Be a strong relationship builder and communicator, enjoy meeting people, and collaborate effectively with others.
• Hold an education in a business-related discipline or equivalent work experience as a business owner.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

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

• Are interested in joining a forward-thinking company with opportunities to collaborate across different business lines.
• Seek a rewarding career with diverse professional development opportunities.
• Value a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Are eager to participate in internal training to support your growth and skill enhancement.
• Want to be part of an organization committed to making a difference in communities.

QC jobs only: Due to a language needs assessment, successful candidates in Quebec will be required to communicate fluently in both English and French, as they will serve an English-speaking clientele.

Location

Canada: Quebec: Montreal

About Scotiabank

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 services including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment. If you require accommodations during recruitment, please inform our Recruitment team. Technical assistance is available if needed. Candidates must apply online to be considered. We appreciate all interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.