Business Advisor - Sydney Main, Sydney, NS

Scotiabank; Sydney; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Business Advisor in Sydney, NS. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of small business relationships, proactively engage with clients and create a strong presence in the local business community. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent relationship-building skills and has a solid understanding of the small business market. This position offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a chance to collaborate within a forward-thinking organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Internal training for skill enhancement

Qualifications

• Results-oriented attitude with sound knowledge of the small business market.
• Effective in developing relationships with clients and Centres of Influence.
• Experience in collaborating with others and adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of small business owner relationships.
• Engage with clients to build relationships and provide comprehensive advice.
• Collaborate with fellow advisors to enhance customer service.

Skills

Business development techniques

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Education in business-related discipline

Job description

Title: Business Advisor - Sydney Main, Sydney, NS

Requisition ID: 240187

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

What you’ll be doing…

• 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, including;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; 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 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 : Sydney

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and our 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.