Business Advisor - Saskatoon - Future Opportunities (225323)

Scotiabank Global Site; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is looking for a Business Advisor to join their team in Saskatoon. The role focuses on managing small business owner portfolios, providing exceptional service, and building robust client relationships. With a competitive compensation package and professional development opportunities, this position is ideal for someone with strong communication skills and a results-oriented attitude.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Internal training and development opportunities

Commitment to community impact

Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Excellent business development techniques.
• Sound knowledge of business banking products and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-value small business relationships.
• Engage with clients to build ongoing relationships.
• Develop relationships within the local business community.

Skills

Business Intelligence

Sales Experience

Compliance Management

Risk Management

Cold Calling

Lean Six Sigma

Upselling

Business Management

Regulatory Reporting

SAP Supply Chain Management

Economic Development

Product Development

Education

Education in a business-related discipline or equivalent work experience

Job description

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 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 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 engaging with new and existing clients to build strong ongoing relationships and provide comprehensive advice to help them build successful businesses.
• 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, applicable risk management policies, and legal and security documentation for business banking products.
• Excellent business development techniques and familiarity with small business legal structures, life cycles, competitor offerings, and alternative sources of financing.
• Good organizational skills and flexibility to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills; enjoy meeting people and collaborating with others.
• 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 collaboration across different 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.

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, guided by our purpose: to help 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.

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

Required Experience: Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

• Business Intelligence
• Sales Experience
• Compliance Management
• Risk Management
• Cold Calling
• Lean Six Sigma
• Upselling
• Business Management
• Regulatory Reporting
• SAP Supply Chain Management
• Economic Development
• Product Development

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1