Manager, Strategic Initiatives

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

Job summary

Join a leading bank in the Americas as part of the Scotia Financial Planning Team. You will drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational effectiveness, and foster innovation in a dynamic environment. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a passion for teamwork and achieving results.

Qualifications

• Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, listening).
• Excellent prioritization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Execute strategic initiatives from ideation to completion.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive alignment.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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Requisition ID: 224500

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

Who We Are

Global Wealth Management is an integral part of Scotiabank. Being part of the Scotia Financial Planning Team (formerly Mobile Advice Team) means contributing to the success of the Mutual Funds Distribution team. You will design and implement strategic initiatives to transform the Scotia Financial Planning (SFP) team, focusing on driving change, fostering innovation, and enhancing operational effectiveness. Your efforts will help deliver high-impact solutions, creating a more engaging and productive employee experience aligned with the organization's vision and goals. You will be part of a passionate team committed to a simple goal: enriching the lives of our clients.

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

• Highly engaged when working with colleagues, clients, and partners.
• A catalyst for change, always seeking improvements.
• Resilient and results-oriented.
• Proactive and eager to take initiative.
• Passionate about contributing to a winning team culture.
• Keen on achieving strong business outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to travel for work when required.
• Able to work flexible hours when needed.

Accountabilities

• Execute strategic initiatives as part of SFP Next Gen from ideation to completion.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives to understand project scope and success criteria.
• Assist in executing project roadmaps with clear milestones and deliverables.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans.
• Engage with stakeholders across departments to drive alignment and collaboration.
• Implement change communication and socialization plans.
• Coordinate training initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new processes.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance project delivery.

Skills Needed for Success

• Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, listening).
• Excellent prioritization and time management, capable of managing multiple projects under pressure.
• Problem-solving, conflict management, and negotiation skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to diverse tasks and ambiguity.
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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 advice, products, and services, including banking, wealth management, and capital markets.

We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to 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.