Business Advisor- University Plaza

Scotiabank; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Business Advisor for the University Plaza in Hamilton, Ontario. The role focuses on servicing a portfolio of small business clients, building relationships, and delivering financial guidance to help businesses grow.

You will work within the Canadian Banking Branch network, collaborating with other advisors to provide holistic advice and ensure excellent customer service throughout the client journey.

Qualifications

• Understanding of small business market, risks, and financing options.
• Knowledge of legal and security documentation for small business products.
• Strong business development, client outreach, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to adapt to a changing banking environment.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of high value or complex small business owner relationships to achieve retention and other negotiated goals.
• Develop relationships within the local business community by engaging Centres of Influence.
• Proactively engage with clients to provide comprehensive advice to help them build successful businesses.
• Collaborate with fellow advisors to create a customer-centric environment.

Skills

Small business

Relationship building

Customer service

Business development

Financial statements

Communication

Education

Business degree or equivalent

Job description

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Title: Business Advisor- University Plaza

Requisition ID: 275265
Employee Referral Program – Potential Reward:$2,000.00
We are committed to investing in our employees and helping you continue your career at Scotiabank.

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

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Hamilton
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.

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