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Director and Head, Global Business Initiatives, GTB

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Scotiabank

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You need 8+ years in management consulting or strategy for financial institutions, strong client relationship skills, payments modernization experience, and expertise in business analysis and team management.
  • You will lead project execution, analyze business performance, collaborate with various teams, oversee financial planning, manage key initiatives, build stakeholder relationships, and develop your team.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated relationship and partner management skills, with a client focus that carries demonstrated experience and professionalism in client facing situations
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in management consulting and/or in comparable enterprise strategy role with either a financial institution or fintech
  • Adept at strategic planning including leading scoping activities and developing approaches for opportunity development and assessment
  • Hands on experience with payments modernization programs (e.g., Canada, US, UK, Australia, Europe)
  • Deep payments expertise and acumen; well versed in both business and technology to serve as an efficient liaison between business strategy functions and key stakeholders
  • Expertise leading, recruiting, and managing a high-performing team
  • Strong business analysis skills and data-focused approach to business case development, including financial opportunity assessments and client needs analysis

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership in the execution of a portfolio of projects by leading teams in making appropriate commitments through scope selection, deliverable prioritization while dealing with multiple deadlines, backlogs and resolution of issues.
  • Synthesize business performance in light of ambitious dynamics and trends, customer perception and behaviour, and transaction patterns in partnership with Data & Analytics team.
  • Collaborate with Product Management leads, Enterprise Strategy, Partnerships, and Corporate Development as needed to ensure that we are taking an overall ‘all bank’ and Pan-American view of our approach to new initiatives.
  • Maximize the efficiency of the business by overseeing the annual profit plan development, reviewing financial statements and business expenses, and GTB reporting for management.
  • Plan, coordinate, manage/execute and report on key projects and initiatives across the footprint, including developing business cases for new initiatives, overseeing project implementation, and tracking actual versus projected benefits.
  • Partner with Marketing and Global Communications as it relates to the development, evolution and execution of GBP marketing strategies.
  • Engage and build relationships with stakeholders across Product, Technology, Design, Analytics, Operations, Risk, Controls, Finances, and the Lines of Business to influence change agenda.
  • Creates an environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her 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.
  • Leads a high performance team and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment and using a coaching mindset and behaviours; communicating vision/values/business strategy; and, managing succession and development planning for the team.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Director and Head, Global Business Initiatives, GTB?

The primary role is to drive strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for the Global Transaction Banking business, leading execution of business strategies and transformation initiatives to ensure successful outcomes.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A minimum of 8+ years of experience in management consulting or a comparable enterprise strategy role, along with demonstrated relationship management skills and expertise in payments modernization programs.

What kind of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should have hands-on experience with payments modernization programs across regions such as Canada, the US, UK, Australia, and Europe, as well as deep payments expertise and business acumen.

Will there be travel involved for this role?

Yes, there will be limited domestic and international travel across Scotiabank’s global footprint.

What is the work arrangement for this position?

The work arrangement is hybrid, involving a standard office-based environment, with the possibility of non-standard hours.

What kind of support does Scotiabank offer for employee well-being?

Scotiabank offers flexible benefit programs designed to support unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

How does Scotiabank ensure an inclusive work environment?

Scotiabank is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone and values the unique skills and experiences of each individual.

What responsibilities does this role entail regarding performance and reporting?

The role involves overseeing the annual profit plan development, reviewing financial statements and business expenses, and managing GTB reporting for management.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role includes implementing a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops, and motivates the team, which fosters professional growth and development.

Who will I be collaborating with in this role?

You will collaborate with stakeholders across Product, Technology, Design, Analytics, Operations, Risk, Controls, Finances, and the Lines of Business.

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