Associate, Strategy

Requisition ID: 237789 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. **Global Banking and Markets** Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world. Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange and precious & metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group. Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries We work together to drive ambition for every future **Purpose** The Associate, Strategy & Operations plays a critical role in shaping and supporting the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the Global Banking & Markets (GBM) Business Risk Management (BRM) team. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, this role is responsible for supporting key initiatives, enabling cross-functional alignment, and ensuring the smooth execution of global priorities. In addition to driving strategic projects and governance efforts, the Associate will contribute to annual budget planning and resource allocation, helping to align financial planning with business objectives and operational needs. This includes collaborating with stakeholders across GBM to gather inputs, analyze trends, and support decision-making processes that ensure fiscal discipline and strategic investment. This is a high-impact role suited for a highly organized, analytical, and collaborative individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about strategy, governance, and operational excellence. **What You’ll Do**: - Partner with the Chief of Staff to develop and execute BRM’s global strategy, including coordinating and prioritizing initiatives across GBM teams to ensure strategic alignment. - Act as a proxy for the Chief of Staff when needed, representing the team in meetings and decision-making forums. - Manage SLA agreements, outsourcing arrangements, and budget allocations related to the Centralized Execution team in Bogotá and assist in the oversight of the broader BRM budget. - Support the response to ad hoc, time-sensitive requests from senior management, ensuring rapid coordination, clear communication, and timely delivery of high-quality outputs. - Drive employee engagement and internal communications to foster a strong and inclusive team culture. - Work closely with regional teams to ensure consistent execution, knowledge sharing, and alignment. - Maintain and oversee the team’s policies and procedures, ensuring they are current and aligned with internal standard - Foster a positive and inclusive team environment by consistently demonstrating kindness, empathy, and collaboration, serving as a role model for respectful and supportive behavior. **What You'll Bring**: - University degree in business, finance, or related fields. - Knowledge of GBM products - Strong organizational and project management skills. - Ability to work across teams and influence without direct authority and a strategic mindset with attention to operational detail. - A team player who leads with empathy, respect, and reliability. **Working Conditions** - Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence. - Operate within a fast-paced and dynamic business environment, where priorities can shift quickly, and responsiveness is key to supporting global initiatives and senior leadership. **#LI-Onsite #GBM2025** **Interested?** At Scotiabank, every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are and, embraced for their differences. That’s why we work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance-oriented culture. **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): 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