Business Advisor - Yorkdale Shopping Centre, North York, ON

Scotiabank; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Scotiabank as a Business Advisor, where you'll manage high-value business relationships and provide exceptional service. This role requires strong communication and business development skills, along with a commitment to client success. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment and contribute positively to the community.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development Options

Internal Training

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of business banking market and financial statements.
• Excellent business development skills and familiarity with legal structures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-value business owner relationships.
• Engage with clients to build lasting relationships and offer advice.

Skills

Business Development

Communication

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Education

Business-related Discipline

Job description

Requisition ID: #

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

About the role

Our Business Advisors (BA) are customer-centric and excel at connecting with clients. As a key member of the Canadian Banking network, your focus will be to provide exceptional service throughout the customer journey by:

1. Managing an assigned portfolio of high-value and/or complex business owner relationships to achieve retention and other negotiated goals while meeting Scotiabank’s Service Standards.
2. Building a strong presence within the local business community by developing relationships with various Centres of Influence.
3. Proactively engaging with new and existing clients to build lasting relationships and offer comprehensive advice to support their business success.
4. Partnering with fellow advisors to foster a customer-centric environment.

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

• Possess a results-oriented attitude and have solid knowledge of the business banking market, including features and benefits of business products and services, understanding of financial statements, risk management policies, and legal/security documentation.
• Demonstrate excellent business development skills and familiarity with legal structures, business life cycles, competitor offerings, and alternative financing sources.
• Have good organizational skills and adaptability to a changing environment.
• Be a strong relationship builder and communicator, enjoy meeting new people, and collaborate effectively with others.
• Have education in a business-related discipline or equivalent experience as a business owner.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Skills for success:

We look forward to working with candidates who:

• Are interested in joining a forward-thinking company with opportunities to collaborate across business lines.
• Seek a rewarding career with diverse professional development options.
• Desire a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Want access to internal training to support growth and skill enhancement.
• Are committed to making a positive impact in our communities, for our clients, and for their own careers.

QC-specific requirement: Due to a language needs assessment, successful candidates will be required to communicate fluently in both English and French to serve an English-speaking clientele.

Location

Canada: Ontario: Toronto

About Scotiabank

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future," we help our customers, their families, and communities succeed through a broad range of services including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform our Recruitment team. Candidates must apply online to be considered. We appreciate all applicants' interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.