Director, Business & Strategic Initiatives

 
 
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Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Purpose
The Director, Business & Strategic Initiatives is a key member of the Mobile Advice Team (MAT) leadership team, collaborating to develop and prioritize business initiatives that support growth opportunities and improve business profitability and productivity.
Initial areas of focus include practice and portfolio optimization standards, segmented advisor support strategy, development and roll out of leadership training, developing and implementing business-specific client segmentation/servicing standards, development of new DEI-focused recruitment tactics, and development of client experience enhancements. 
 
The Director manages project milestones, resource availability, and ensures successful delivery and effectiveness for all Strategic Initiatives. The Director represents the MAT business head in multifunctional, pan-Wealth/Retail business initiatives, including business planning and forecasting as required.                                  
 
Is this role right for you? In this role you will:
-Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.
-Manage multiple project work streams, including leading problem-solving sessions with cross-functional, business line team members, and subject matter experts.
-Develop and implement change management plans that address the change impacts of the business, while minimizing stakeholder resistance and maximizing engagement.
-Lead the development and delivery of communication and change management strategy, including partnerships with key stakeholders and execution of plans.
-Partner with Marketing as it relates to the development, evolution and execution of Private Banking marketing strategies.
-Manage the organization of strategy offsites/conferences for senior management to facilitate ongoing strategy discussions, as well as various training initiatives that span Private Banking.
-Develop and implement a comprehensive leadership training program for Team Leads and business function Directors to support coaching and competency development.
-Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including senior leaders within the Bank to support the achievement of deliverables and overall objectives.
-Maintain an in-depth understanding of industry trends, competitor positioning and opportunities related to growth and competitiveness.
-Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
-Creates an environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk. 
-Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment. 
 
Do you have the skills to enable you to be successful in this role? We would love to work with you if you have:
-Previous experience of working in a fast paced and dynamic environment, dealing with tight deadlines, solve challenging problems, balance conflicting priorities, and manage multiple high priority projects, concurrently.
-Superior interpersonal skills, leadership and influencing capabilities with the ability to build trust and strong professional relationships with senior leaders across the business and the Bank
-Bachelor’s (equivalent or higher) degree in Business or 10 years of relevant work experience
-Proven track record delivering innovative solutions from concept to change management
-Exceptional presentation, written communication skills, as well as, planning and analytical skills with the ability to discern research information / date and focus on the critical business issues
 
 
Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 
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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.