Business Advisor/Senior Business Advisor - Merivale & Meadowlands, Ottawa, ON

Scotiabank; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North American bank is seeking a Business Advisor in Ottawa, responsible for managing high-value business relationships and providing expert advice to clients. The ideal candidate possesses a strong customer-centric approach and comprehensive knowledge of the business banking market. This role includes developing relationships in the local community and collaborating with other advisors. The bank values diversity and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, alongside professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Internal training for skill enhancement

Commitment to community differences

Qualifications

• Results-oriented attitude with sound knowledge of the business banking market.
• Proficient in understanding financial statements and business products.
• Demonstrated excellent business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-value business relationships.
• Develop relationships within the local business community.
• Provide comprehensive advice to clients for their business growth.

Skills

Customer-centric approach

Business development techniques

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Education in business-related discipline or equivalent experience

Job description

Title: Business Advisor/Senior Business Advisor - Merivale & Meadowlands, Ottawa, ON

Requisition ID: 245571

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:

• Manage 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 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

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

• You possess a results-oriented attitude and have sound knowledge of the business banking market including the features and benefits of business products and services, including; an understanding of financial statements, applicable risk management policies and legal and security documentation for business products
• You demonstrate excellent business development techniques and are conversant with 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; and 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 business owner
• Valid driver’s license and 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(s): Canada : Ontario : Ottawa

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.