Business Advisor - Parkwoods Village, Toronto, Ontario- 12 months contract

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Canada is seeking a Business Advisor for their Toronto location, where you will manage high-value business relationships and provide exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of the business banking market and proven skills in relationship building. Join a purpose-driven team committed to results and professional development. A competitive salary and benefits package is also offered, alongside opportunities for internal training.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Internal training

Qualifications

• Results-oriented attitude with knowledge of business banking market.
• Excellent business development techniques and understanding of legal structures.
• Proficient at relationship building and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-value business owner relationships and achieve retention goals.
• Create presence in the local community by developing relationships.
• Engage with clients to provide comprehensive advice.

Skills

Business banking knowledge

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Business development techniques

Education

Education in a business-related discipline

Job description

Business Advisor - Parkwoods Village, Toronto, Ontario- 12 months contract

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:

• 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 Standard
• Creating a strong presence within the local business community by developing relationships with various Centres of Influence
• Proactively engaging with new and existing clients to build strong, ongoing relationships and provide comprehensive advice, enabling them to build successful businesses
• 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 the features and benefits of business products and services, an understanding of financial statements, applicable risk‑management policies and legal and security documentation for business products
• Demonstrate excellent business‑development techniques and be conversant with business legal structures and life cycles, competitor offerings and alternate sources of financing
• Have good organizational skills and be flexible to adapt to a constantly changing environment
• Be a strong relationship builder and communicator; enjoy meeting people and be proficient at collaborating with others
• Have an education in a business‑related discipline or equivalent work experience as a business owner
• Hold a valid driver’s license and have 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.

Location

Canada: Ontario: Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their 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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. 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.