Financial Planner, Scotia Financial Planning - Durham Region, ON

Scotiabank; Whitby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank seeks a Financial Planner to develop and deepen mass affluent client relationships by providing high-quality advice and service. The role emphasizes proactive outreach to external clients and strong internal collaboration to leverage the bank’s resources.

You will drive investment sales, establish business development opportunities, and deliver client-centric solutions within a planning framework. Travel and local networking are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in financial planning and investment sales.
• Mutual fund certified professional with CIRO licensing requirements (IFC/CSC).
• PFP and/or CFP designation completed or in progress.
• Proven networking and ability to build Centres of Influence (COIs).
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, able to work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive investment sales and acquire new clients per plan.
• Establish business development opportunities in the assigned market.
• Provide client-centric investment solutions within a financial planning framework.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local branches and professionals.

Skills

Networking

Entrepreneurial

Independent work

Client acquisition

Education

CIRO licensing (IFC/CSC)

PFP designation

CFP designation

Mutual fund certification

Job description

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Requisition ID: 228307
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

“Please note that Scotiabank offers various investment specialist opportunities. If you are interested in learning more about this role, please review our “Financial Advisor Investment and Retirement planning” postings.”

What is the role of a Financial Planner?
As a Financial Planner, you will focus on developing and deepening mass affluent client relationships by providing high quality advice and service. As a dedicated entrepreneur, you know how to build and leverage your external / internal networks and centres of influence and understand that growing a practice is all about building new and long-term relationships.

• External clients– As a Financial Planner you engage in proactive client outreach to individuals outside the Scotiabank network, showcasing the unique value a Financial Planner brings to their financial journey. Through meaningful conversations and tailored guidance, the goal is to demonstrate how expert financial planning can empower clients to clarify, pursue, and ultimately achieve their financial objectives—no matter where they are starting from.
• Internal clients– As a Financial Planner, you play a pivotal role in deepening client relationships by identifying and engaging with existing Scotiabank clients who may have limited interaction with the bank. You proactively mine opportunities and cultivate meaningful connections, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor. By building strong internal partnerships across the branch network, you ensure seamless access to the full breadth of Scotiabank’s resources—bringing the best of the bank to every client interaction.

As a Financial Planner you are:

• Driven by purpose and determination, you understand that your clients are your most valuable asset. Your top priority is delivering personalized investment and financial planning advice that empowers them to achieve their unique financial goals with confidence.
• You also enjoy the flexibility of being able to meet clients outside of the office, on a schedule that best suits you and them.
• You recognize the value of working within a collective Scotiabank framework that benefits both your clients and your practice overall.

Following a comprehensive financial planning framework, you will be responsible for the following:

• Driving investment sales and new client acquisition, while adhering to Global Sales Principles, compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Establish business development opportunities with prospects and clients within the assigned market area.
• Join a purpose-driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
Promote the development and sustainable growth of proprietary investment business in the assigned market area by:

• Business Development Executing on business development plans for mass affluent prospects and existing clients. Identifying additional business development opportunities and facilitating the implementation of an investment solution and/or referral to the appropriate partners.
• Client-centricity Providing client-centric investment solutions through a financial planning framework, aligning with Global Sales Principles. Conducting outbound communications and proactive calling to prospects to remain top-of-mind for future business opportunities. Conducting complimentary needs analysis across several financial statements, including competitor statements.
• Community Involvement Participating actively in local professional and community events and associations and identifying opportunities to deliver community information sessions and financial seminars to develop and expand your network and develop prospects. Building and maintaining a market profile in the assigned market area. Networking with investment industry specialists while managing a small budget for independent marketing-based activities.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have:

• 3-years of experience in financial planning and investment sales.
• You’re a mutual fund certified professional with current accreditation and good standing for CIRO licensing requirements (Investments Funds in Canada or Canadian Securities Course).
• You have successfully completed a Personal Financial Planning (PFP®) designation and/or a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation.
• Proven networking, client acquisition and interpersonal skills; experience building and maintaining Centres of Influence (COIs).
• You’re goal-oriented and entrepreneurial. You can work independently as a self-motivated entrepreneur with minimal supervision and as part of a larger team.
• Extensive knowledge of competitive offerings, market trends, economic conditions, and the regulatory environment.
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle, to meet clients and prospects within the designated district.

What’s in it for you?

• An entrepreneurial culture with the freedom to develop your career.
• A fast-paced, flexible work environment where you can set your own hours and meet clients when and where it’s convenient.
• A compensation structure that rewards growing and maintaining your client base.
• Access to leading-edge resources to support your growth, including dedicated marketing support, powerful mobile technology, leading customer relationship management (CRM), portfolio, and financial planning software.
• The ability to build long-lasting client relationships through exceptional advice and service.
• A partnership with our retail branches and access to Scotia Global Asset Management to deliver an excellent client experience.
• A work culture that promotes diversity, respect, and inclusion.

Other Information
Please note that the compensation structure for this role is base plus variable pay. This is a mobile role and will require frequent travel.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Whitby || Canada : Ontario : Ajax || Canada : Ontario : Oshawa || Canada : Ontario : Pickering

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

If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.