Market Vice President, Commercial Banking - Edmonton

Requisition ID: 277626 
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Join a winning team at Scotiabank! Are you enthusiastic about making an impact for Canadian businesses? In Canadian Commercial Banking, we do not just serve businesses - we serve possibilities.

About the Opportunity

As a Market Vice President, Commercial Banking, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for driving profitable growth, deepening client relationships, and delivering exceptional client experiences across the Mid-Market segment. This leadership role plays a critical part in executing Commercial Banking strategies within an assigned market, while fostering a client-focused culture, developing talent, and strengthening Scotiabank's presence within the business community. 

You will work closely with Relationship Managers, internal partners, and key external stakeholders to deliver customized financial solutions and help Canadian businesses achieve their growth ambitions. 

How You Will Make an Impact

In this role, you will: 

• Lead and execute market growth strategies that drive revenue, profitability, and client satisfaction across a Mid-Market Commercial Banking portfolio. 

• Provide strategic leadership, coaching, and direction to a team of Relationship Managers to achieve individual and team business objectives. 

• Foster a strong client-centric culture that deepens relationships and identifies opportunities across the Bank's broad suite of products and services. 

• Build and maintain influential relationships with business leaders, professional advisors, and community stakeholders within your market. 

• Collaborate with internal partners across Risk Management, Global Banking & Markets, Wealth Management, Business Banking, Payments, and other key business lines to deliver holistic client solutions. 

• Monitor performance, market conditions, and industry trends to proactively identify opportunities and mitigate risks. 

• Champion a high-performance, inclusive, and engaging team environment that supports development, succession planning, and employee growth. 

• Ensure business activities align with regulatory requirements, risk appetite, operational controls, and corporate governance standards. 

What You Will Bring to the Team

You are a proven commercial banking leader who combines strong business development expertise with exceptional people leadership skills. You excel at building relationships, influencing stakeholders, and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals. 

You bring: 

• Extensive experience leading sales-focused teams in commercial banking. 

• A strong understanding of Canada's financial services marketplace and regional business environment. 

• Strategic thinking and planning capabilities, with the ability to execute complex initiatives and drive results. 

• Exceptional coaching, leadership, relationship management, and stakeholder engagement skills. 

• Strong business development acumen and a well-established network of industry contacts and centres of influence. 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. 

• Sound judgment and a strong understanding of business lending, risk management, and credit principles. 

Must-Have 

• Education: University degree in Business, Economics, or a related discipline. 

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of commercial banking experience. 

• Demonstrated experience leading teams and driving business development results. 

• Expert knowledge of commercial banking products, services, and client relationship management. 

• Strong understanding of lending, risk assessment, portfolio management, and credit adjudication. 

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, prospects, and internal partners. 

• Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development experience. 

Nice-to-Have 

• Deep knowledge of the local market and key industry sectors. 

• Established network of Relationship Manager talent and centres of influence within the region. 

• Experience leading transformational initiatives or managing large-scale business growth strategies. 

• Advanced knowledge of commercial banking systems, sales management platforms, and financial analysis tools. 

What's in It for You? 

When you join the bank, you are not just taking a job, you’re becoming part of a culture that values inclusion, accountability, integrity, and client-centricity – that is our ScotiaBond which is the foundation for how we support our people and deliver for our clients.

 
As an employee in Canadian Commercial Banking at Scotiabank, you can expect: 

• A competitive Total Rewards package including performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits, and market-leading compensation. 

• Ongoing career development and coaching from experienced leaders, with clear opportunities to grow within Commercial Banking and across Scotiabank. 

• The chance to own and grow a high-impact client portfolio, with real accountability and visibility in your market. 

• A dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team that values partnership, inclusion, and shared success. 

• Exposure to a broad range of industries, clients, and complex financial solutions, accelerating your learning and expertise. 

Ready to Apply? 

If you are ready to take your Commercial banking career to the next level and make an impact, start the next chapter of your career story with us and apply today and help shape the future of Canadian business. 

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. 

Location(s): Canada : Alberta : Edmonton 
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 services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. 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.