Requisition ID: 239321

Roynat Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of Scotiabank, is a national lender and investor with expertise in providing innovative long-term capital solutions for mid-sized companies utilizing senior term, subordinated debt, as well as mezzanine capital and common share equity. We provide tailored solutions to clients for acquisitions, business expansions, wealth monetization, and working capital enhancement. With a national presence in Canada in major markets, Roynat assists growth-oriented companies in reaching their goals across a wide range of industries.

Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated Investment Banking Associate to join Scotiabank’s Mid-Market Investment Banking team. The Associate will play a critical role in executing transactions, managing junior team members, and supporting senior bankers in delivering corporate finance advisory services to clients. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-profile mid-market deals across diverse industries.

Accountabilities:

• Transaction Execution: day-to-day management of live mandates including M&A, capital raises, and other advisory assignments.
• Financial Analysis & Valuation: Review and refine financial models, valuations (DCF, precedent transactions, trading comps), and other analytical work prepared by Analysts.
• Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings and interface directly with client management teams.
• Presentation Materials: draft and review key materials (pitchbooks, confidential information memoranda, management presentations, board materials).
• Process Management: Coordinate due diligence processes with buyers, sellers, legal counsel, accountants, and other stakeholders.
• Business Development Support: Assist Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managing Directors with pitch materials, industry research, and idea generation to drive new mandates.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor Analysts, providing oversight on workstreams and fostering professional development. Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.
• Risk Culture: Directs day-to-day activities in a manner consistent with the Bank’s risk culture and risk appetite.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their 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.
• Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Reporting Relationships:  Associate Director, Mid-Market Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory

Dimensions:

• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
• The ability to perform effectively in a team environment.
• High professional standards including a strong sense of personal integrity and teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new situations.
• Flexible to demands of work and viewed as a valuable team resource.
• Desire to learn and eagerness to make a meaningful contribution to the team environment.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline; MBA, CFA, or CPA designation is an asset but not required.
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience, ideally including 2 years as an Investment Banking Analyst or equivalent role (e.g., corporate development, private equity).
• Strong research, financial modeling, valuation, accounting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with leadership potential and strong attention to detail.

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office-based and work-from-home environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence. Domestic / international travel as required, as appropriate and subject to senior management approval / permission.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

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. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to provide as seamless a recruitment experience as possible.