Strategic Director of Business Alignment and Advisory

1 week ago


Old Toronto, Canada Scotiabank Full time

The Scotiabank Enterprise Strategy group is a high-performing central team focused on driving the design, execution, and ongoing management of the bank's strategic agenda. This includes supporting senior leaders in the development, communication, planning, and execution of the organization's strategy as well as business-line specific priorities.

Reporting to the VP, Enterprise Strategy, the Director will work closely with senior management, business line leads, and stakeholders to lead the execution of strategic projects, generate insights, and deliver strategic recommendations. They will also support the monitoring of project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Strategy Execution
    • Lead a broad range of strategy execution engagements, including strategic programs and initiatives at the All-Bank level. This involves managing large cross-functional teams across business lines with activities including designing roadmaps, identifying issues, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis to assess financial impact, and preparing/presenting strategic recommendations.
    • Bridge silos and enable alignment across business lines and corporate functions.
    • Drive the execution and ongoing management of strategic planning with key business lines to ensure alignment with the Bank's strategic plan.
    • Synthesize findings and present clear recommendations and implementation plans to senior leaders within the Bank.
  2. Executive Communications and Stakeholder Management
    • Support senior executives, including the CEO, in all-bank strategy, business line value creation projects, strategic planning, Board-level communications, and being a trusted advisor to senior leaders.
  3. Team Leadership and Development
    • Contribute to building the strategy team by recruiting, coaching, developing knowledge, driving integration with the rest of the Bank, and championing a customer-focused culture.

Requirements:

  • MBA or PhD from a recognized institution.
  • 3-4 years of experience in a top-tier management consulting firm.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to manage ambiguity.
  • Experience running complex projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Ability to effectively manage relationships across the Bank, its partners, and external vendors.
  • Collaborative and proven track record of managing and developing high-potential talent.
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

This role requires a highly skilled professional who can drive strategic planning and execution, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and build strong relationships with senior leaders. In return, we offer a competitive salary of approximately $120,000-$180,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. We also provide opportunities for career growth and development in a dynamic and inclusive environment.



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