Summit Readiness Associate, Commercial Development Programs (Credit Stream)

Summit Readiness Associate, Commercial Development Programs (Credit Stream)

Requisition ID: 260312

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

Summit Readiness Associate, Commercial Development Programs (Credit Stream)

Are you driven by building strong client relationships, advancing your commercial banking expertise, and expanding your business development skills in a dynamic, collaborative environment? The Commercial Banking Development Programs Readiness Associate opportunity is a strategic gateway into Commercial Banking, offering a structured, comprehensive development experience for individuals interested in progressing toward client-facing roles. This program is designed for both seasoned professionals and talented individuals with prior credit, banking, financial services, or client-facing experience—whether you are an external applicant or an existing Scotiabank employee seeking to accelerate your career in Commercial Banking.

Program Structure & Duration

This is a results-driven Talent Development Program of up to 12 months in duration. Participants in each stream engage in hands-on assignments across credit, risk, and business development disciplines, cultivating expertise, leadership confidence, and professional judgment. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be placed into a full-time position, with the potential for career advancement into senior roles.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Participate fully in the Talent Development Program, accelerating expertise in Commercial Banking credit, risk, and business development through guided learning, practical assignments, and coaching.
• Engage in complex, hands-on assignments across credit, risk, and client service disciplines to build professional judgment and leadership confidence.
• Work collaboratively with internal partners including Global Risk Management, Business Service Centre and Wealth Management, and occasionally external professionals such as solicitors and accountants.
• Champion a customer-focused culture, deepening client rel