Scotiabank

Associate Director, Business Management CIB

Scotiabank$120K — $231K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Corporate and Investment Banking, specifically in ECM or related fields
  • Proficient in financial analysis, business strategy, and planning
  • Demonstrated ability to drive business growth and performance monitoring
  • Strong communication skills with experience in stakeholder engagement
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; familiarity with AI tools
  • Ability to foster a high-performance and inclusive culture within teams
  • Strong understanding of risk management and compliance frameworks

Responsibilities

  • Support ECM leadership in developing and tracking business strategy
  • Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and measurable outcomes
  • Manage the ECM pipeline and integrate it into broader financial reporting
  • Monitor business performance against financial and strategic objectives
  • Deliver insightful business commentary and analysis to senior management
  • Prepare materials for executive meetings and regulatory discussions
  • Build partnerships and influence across multiple business units and stakeholders

Benefits

  • Flexible benefit programs tailored for family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs
  • Support for employee engagement and talent development initiatives
  • Culture of high performance and inclusivity
  • Strong commitment to risk management and compliance standards
  • Career growth opportunities within a major financial institution
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 274242

Salary Range: 120,900.00 - 231,400.00

Please note that the Salary Range shown is a guideline only. Salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Purpose

The Equity Capital Markets (ECM) Business Manager supports the ECM business within Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB). The ECM Business Manager is a part of the CIB Business Management (BM) team, which is responsible for advancing strategy, financial management, performance monitoring, and execution oversight of the strategic initiatives across the platform. The role supports delivery of these activities as part of the business management team.

Working closely with members of the business management team, head of and senior leaders within ECM, CIB Sector Heads, Finance, Communications, Business Risk Management, Compliance, Technology, Operations, Risk, Legal, and other control functions, this role helps drive ECM business performance, enable growth, and ensure alignment with CIB and Bank-wide strategic priorities.

This role contributes to the overall success of the CIB Business Management team by ensuring business objectives, strategic initiatives, and financial goals are effectively planned, executed, measured, and communicated.

What You'll Do

Strategy and Business Planning
• Working with BM senior team members, the ECM Business Manager will
- Support the Head of ECM and other senior members of the team in the development and tracking of the business strategy.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, measurable outcomes, and executable roadmaps.
- Identify market trends, competitive developments, and emerging opportunities to support business growth and strategic decision-making.
- Coordinate with CIB Business Management team to ensure alignment of the ECM strategy with the CIB strategy and with other sector teams
Financial Management & Performance Monitoring
• Manage and enhance ECM pipeline process and incorporate into CIB pipeline and monthly reporting
• As part of the CIB Business Management team, they will
- Support annual budgeting, forecasting, headcount management / planning, and financial planning processes.
- Monitor business performance against financial and strategic objectives, identifying key drivers, opportunities, and risks.
- Analyze business metrics and performance trends to support management decision-making.
- Partner with Finance to enhance forecasting methodologies, management reporting, and business analytics.
- Deliver meaningful business commentary and insights to senior management.
Business Management & Execution Oversight
• As part of the business management team, they will
- Track delivery of key business growth priorities.
- Collaborate with Sector teams, control functions, and the COO organization to assist with the prioritization of investments in support of strategic objectives.
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders by identifying emerging themes, risks, and opportunities.
Executive Reporting & Governance
• As part of the CIB Business Management team, they will
- Support the preparation and development of ECM content for Town Halls, Operating Committees, Executive Committees, Board presentations, Risk Management reporting and regulatory forums.
- Develop clear and compelling narratives that communicate business performance, strategic priorities, and key risks.
- Ensure reporting is accurate, insightful, and aligned with executive and Board-level expectations.
Stakeholder Management
• Build strong partnerships across other GBM businesses, Finance, COO, Technology, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and other support functions.
• Influence stakeholders and drive alignment across competing priorities and initiatives.
• Represent business interests within strategic, operational, and governance discussions.
Culture & Leadership
• Champion a high-performance and inclusive culture consistent with Scotiabank's values.
• Support employee engagement, talent development, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams.
Risk, Control & Compliance
• Understand and operate within the Bank's risk appetite framework and risk culture.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, Code of Conduct, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Promote strong controls, governance, and risk management practices across the business.

What You'll Bring
• Deep knowledge of Corporate and Investment banking businesses - ideally, experience in or supporting ECM
• Product strategy
• Financial analysis and planning
• A strong culture, risk, and controls mindset
• The ability to be highly proactive and lead with a collaborative approach
• Strong communication skills; ability to distil key themes from large amounts of information
• The ability to prioritize amongst many competing deliverables at any given time
• An aptitude and interest in developing deep relationships with stakeholders across groups
• Strong MS Office skills - PowerPoint, Excel, Word; strong understanding of AI (required)

Interested?

If your experience is closely related but doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we do encourage you to apply - you might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Scotiabank!

What's in it for you?

Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work - and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well-being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

Location(s): United States : Texas : Dallas

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

Scotiabank Careers

Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Scotiabank, we’re not just filling positions; we’re cultivating leaders. Dive into a workplace where diversity training and leadership development shape the path to your future. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and continuous learning opportunities that foster innovation and strategic thinking.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Scotiabank has a spectrum of opportunities to fit your career ambitions. Our team is composed of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our company, driving us forward with their creativity and strategic insights.

Innovative Work Environment

Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

Benefits and Growth

Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Scotiabank by searching our open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

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Stay connected and advance your career through Scotiabank’s extensive networking opportunities. Participate in events that connect you with other professionals and leaders within the industry. Our career resources will help you prepare your resume, ace your interviews, and land the job that best suits your career goals.

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