Strategic Commercial Banking Relationship Leader – Ottawa

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

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Senior Client Relationship Manager focused on Canadian Commercial Banking in Ottawa. The ideal candidate will drive customer relationships, focus on business development, and manage a moderate to higher complexity portfolio. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, conducting credit applications, and maintaining a strong connection with clients. This role requires strong sales, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as a solid background in commercial banking. Join a team committed to achieving success and fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in commercial banking preferred.
• Ability to conduct due diligence on moderate to higher complexity deals.
• Knowledge of onboarding, KYC, AML processes.

Responsibilities

• Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships.
• Direct selling of credit and non-credit commercial products.
• Maintain effective follow-up with prospects/referrals.

Skills

Strong sales/closing skills

Networking

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship management

Credit and commercial lending knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in business or economics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Senior Client Relationship Manager focused on Canadian Commercial Banking in Ottawa. The ideal candidate will drive customer relationships, focus on business development, and manage a moderate to higher complexity portfolio. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, conducting credit applications, and maintaining a strong connection with clients. This role requires strong sales, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as a solid background in commercial banking. Join a team committed to achieving success and fostering an inclusive environment.