Business Banking Advisor - Build Relationships Grow Clients

Scotiabank; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Scotiabank in Owen Sound, Ontario, is seeking a Business Advisor to deliver exceptional service across the customer journey. You will manage an assigned portfolio of high‑value/business owner clients and build a strong presence in the local business community.

You will proactively advise clients, help them grow, and collaborate with other advisors, applying knowledge of business products and risk management. A business‑related degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• You possess a results-oriented attitude and sound knowledge of the business banking market, including features and benefits of business products, and an understanding of financial statements, risk management policies, and regulatory documentation for business products.
• You demonstrate excellent business development techniques and are conversant with business legal structures, life cycles, competitor offerings, and alternative financing sources.
• You have good organizational skills and are flexible to adapt to a changing environment.
• You are a strong relationship builder and communicator, enjoy meeting people, and collaborate well with others.
• You have a business-related education or equivalent work experience as a business owner.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

• 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
• Create 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 grow their businesses
• Partner with fellow advisors to create a customer-centric environment

Skills

Relationship building

Business banking knowledge

Communication skills

Financial statement knowledge

Risk management knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Scotiabank in Owen Sound, Ontario, is seeking a Business Advisor to deliver exceptional service across the customer journey. You will manage an assigned portfolio of high‑value/business owner clients and build a strong presence in the local business community.

You will proactively advise clients, help them grow, and collaborate with other advisors, applying knowledge of business products and risk management. A business‑related degree or equivalent experience is preferred.