Business Advisor Trainee -Montreal & Laval, QC

Scotiabank; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank in Laval, QC is seeking a Business Advisor Trainee to service a portfolio of high value small business owner relationships and drive retention and growth. You will engage with the local business community, build strong client relationships, and provide actionable financial guidance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with other advisors to deliver customer-centric service and opportunities for professional development, while requiring knowledge of small business financing and strong

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the small business market and financing options.
• Understanding of financial statements and risk management policies.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility in a changing environment.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of high value and/or complex small business owner relationships to achieve retention goals.
• Develop relationships with Centres of Influence in the local business community.
• Proactively engage with new and existing clients to build relationships and provide comprehensive advice for business growth.
• Partner with fellow advisors to create a customer-centric environment.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Business-related discipline or equivalent

Job description

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Title: Business Advisor Trainee -Montreal & Laval, QC

Requisition ID: 274138
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

About the role

What you’ll be doing…

Our Advisors are customer-centric and able to connect with people in a relatable way. As an essential member of the Canadian Banking Branch network, the focus is to provide exceptional service throughout the customer’s journey by:

• 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

In addition to French, the successful candidate must also have sufficient knowledge of English, as the work involves interacting and collaborating regularly with groups and individuals based in Toronto, as well as constantly interacting with other people, including clients, who speak English, locally and elsewhere.”

Location(s): Canada : Quebec : Laval
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.