Scotiabank

Director, Canadian Wealth Management Business Initiatives

Scotiabank$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree; graduate degree or professional designation (CFA, MBA) is a plus.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in the wealth management industry with deep regulatory knowledge.
  • Experience leading medium to large scale, cross-business initiatives with measurable outcomes.
  • Strong strategic and analytical capabilities to translate insights into actionable solutions.
  • Advanced leadership and project management skills with a track record of execution across teams.
  • Exceptional communication skills to articulate strategy to diverse audiences.
  • Experience embedding regulatory considerations into business decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Canadian Wealth Management strategic initiatives aligned to Bank direction.
  • Serve as the business sponsor for initiatives spanning multiple wealth businesses, ensuring clarity and accountability.
  • Translate strategies into tangible improvements for client and advisor experiences to support growth.
  • Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities and champion growth initiatives.
  • Synthesize business perspectives into prioritized requirements for delivery teams.
  • Act as primary interface with Product Owners on cross CWM initiatives for client-centric solutions.
  • Lead effective cross-functional delivery focused on milestones and outcomes.

Benefits

  • Access to career development and progression opportunities.
  • Inclusive working environment that promotes creativity and celebrates success.
  • Retirement and investment benefits including Pension Plan Matching and Employee Share Ownership Program.
  • Comprehensive health benefits from day one.
  • Work-life balance and team events, plus community participation opportunities.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 267351

The Director, Canadian Wealth Management Business Initiatives, is accountable for leading and delivering cross-line of business strategic initiatives across ScotiaMcLeod, MD Financial Management, and SJF. Acting as the central business owner across multiple wealth platforms, this role acts as a business SME in collaboration with business line representatives and partners with Product Owners, and technology and enterprise partners to ensure solutions align to shared business objectives, client needs, and the Bank's strategic direction. This role drives measurable business outcomes by translating strategy into action through rigorous analysis, strong business judgment, clear prioritization, and disciplined execution.

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

  • Lead and execute Canadian Wealth Management strategic initiatives and cross LOB priorities aligned to enterprise and Bank direction.
  • Serve as the consolidated business sponsor for initiatives that span multiple wealth businesses, ensuring alignment, clarity of outcomes, and delivery accountability.
  • Ensure strategies and business initiatives translate into tangible improvements in client and advisor experiences and support sustainable business growth.
  • Partner closely with business line SMEs, Regional and Branch Leaders, and front office teams to identify opportunities, understand evolving needs, and champion initiatives that drive growth.
  • Synthesize diverse business perspectives into clear, prioritized requirements and represent these to Product Owners, Technology, and delivery teams.
  • Act as the primary business interface to Product Owners for cross CWM initiatives, ensuring solutions are business led, client centric, consistent and scalable.
  • Provide business subject matter expertise to inform client and advisor journey design, roadmap prioritization, and delivery trade offs.
  • Lead cross functional delivery aligned to journey level OKRs with a focus on clear milestones, dependency management, and outcome measurement
  • Ensure initiatives are executed in alignment with the Bank's risk appetite, risk culture, and governance expectations.
  • Champion a client and advisor focused culture that supports transformational change.
  • Foster a high performance, inclusive working environment that enables effective collaboration across business, product, and technology teams.


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

  • Undergraduate degree from an accredited university; graduate degree or professional designation (e.g., CFA, MBA) considered an asset.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in the wealth management industry with deep business, field and regulatory knowledge of the full-service brokerage and investment council business models
  • Demonstrated success leading medium to large scale, cross line of business initiatives, delivering measurable outcomes in complex, matrixed environments.
    Strong strategic and analytical capability, with the ability to identify business issues and opportunities, assess impacts, and translate insights into practical, actionable solutions.
  • Proven experience partnering with senior stakeholders to set priorities, negotiate trade offs, and solve complex business problems under tight timelines.
  • Advanced leadership, organizational, and project management skills, with a track record of driving execution across multiple teams and dependencies.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including the ability to distill complex concepts and articulate strategy clearly to executive, business, product, and technology audiences.
  • Solid understanding of the regulatory environment shaping the design and delivery of wealth management products and services, and the ability to embed regulatory considerations into business decisions.
  • Demonstrated people leadership experience, including developing talent, leading change, and building strong, trust based relationships with teams and cross functional partners.


What's in it for you?

The opportunity to join a forward-thinking and collaborative team, surrounded by innovative thinkers. Your career matters! You will have access to career development and progression opportunities. An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success! You will get our help to save for your future and to invest in your total wellbeing through our Scotiabank benefits** such as Performance Bonus, Employee Share Ownership Program, Pension Plan Matching, Banking Benefits, and Health Benefits from day one! You will relish work-life balance, team events, and opportunities to participate in the community

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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