Scotiabank

Senior Manager, Product Initiatives, Scotia Global Asset Management

Scotiabank$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in financial services, asset management, or related fields.
  • Expertise in managing strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs.
  • Proven ability to handle multiple complex projects at once.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Experience with Data Analytics and Visualization tools, particularly Power BI.
  • Familiarity with research platforms like Morningstar Direct and SimFund.
  • Excellent communication, especially in executive-level presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic initiatives translating business strategy into execution.
  • Own the end-to-end delivery of initiatives, from scope to benefits realization.
  • Drive the development of a centralized initiative dashboard for decision-making support.
  • Partner with stakeholders to create data-driven recommendations informed by analysis.
  • Lead executive reporting on initiatives for senior leadership and governance forums.
  • Champion data governance and quality across SGAM for a centralized Product Data Hub.
  • Promote adoption of advanced analytics and AI capabilities for decision improvement.

Benefits

  • High-performance culture emphasizing execution and accountability.
  • Supportive work environment focused on continuous improvement.
  • Active pursuit of effective and efficient operations guided by company values.
  • Strong governance and control discipline in daily business operations.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 268788

Purpose

Contributes to the overall success of Scotia Global Asset Management (SGAM) by leading strategic, cross-functional product initiatives, ensuring specific individual goals, plans, and initiatives are executed in support of the team's business strategies and objectives.

The Senior Manager, Product Initiatives will lead and/or co-lead high-impact initiatives including Cost of Ownership, pricing and fee strategy, data-driven initiatives, and other SGAM priorities as required. The role works closely with Product, Asset Management leadership, and key partners to translate strategy into execution with strong discipline, governance, and measurable outcomes.

What you will be doing:

  • Lead and/or co-lead strategic SGAM initiatives (e.g., Cost of Ownership, fee alignment, pricing strategy, Product initiative dashboard) translating business strategy into execution.
  • Own end-to-end delivery of initiatives including scope definition, planning, milestone tracking, risk management, and benefits realization.
  • Drive development and adoption of a centralized initiative dashboard to support decision-making, including pricing insights, competitor monitoring, and prioritization of actions.
  • Partner with stakeholders to develop data-driven recommendations (pricing, product strategy, cost optimization) supported by robust analysis and insights.
  • Lead executive reporting across initiatives, including dashboards, status updates, risks/issues, and presentations for senior leadership and governance forums.
  • Champion data governance, data quality and consistent data standards across SGAM, supporting the development of a centralized Product Data Hub that is integrated with the GWM data ecosystem.
  • Drive adoption of advanced analytics and AI capabilities, identifying opportunities to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain an understanding of the competitive best practices and emerging trends around strategies and tactics and ensure strategic initiatives continue to be competitive and support the business line's objectives.
  • Analyze and provide insights on the impact of industry conditions, capital market environment, and competitor actions on the product shelf.
  • Foster strong cross-functional partnerships (Technology, Risk, Legal, Marketing, Finance, Regulatory) to ensure aligned and efficient execution.
  • Ensure all initiatives align with the Bank's risk appetite, governance standards, and compliance requirements.
  • Promote a high-performance culture focused on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions, including disciplined oversight of risks and dependencies.
  • Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their 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, supported by strong governance and control discipline.


Do you have the skills to enable you to be successful in this role? We would love to work with you if you have:

  • 7+ years of experience in financial services, asset management, or related field.
  • Strong experience leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Data Analytics and Data Visualization Tools experience, Power BI skillset is a key asset
  • Experience using various data and research platforms such as Morningstar Direct and SimFund
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
  • Familiarity with AI concepts and Large Language Models is a key asset.
  • Excellent communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • Experience working in Agile or iterative delivery environments is an asset.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.


Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Candidates must apply directly 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.

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.

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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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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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