Requisition ID: 231739
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Wealth Management Associate Program – Private Banking
Start date: June 2026
Work hours/week: 37.5
Application deadline: 08/10/2025
Job Location: Oakville, Barrie
Scotiabank is among the largest banks in the world and is Canada’s most international bank. We are powered by high-performing (and awesome) teammates who make a real difference across the globe as a leading provider of advice, products, digital experiences, and financial services in more than 50 countries. Together with our Digital Factories around the world, we are dedicated to helping over 25 million customers become better-off.
Scotia Wealth Management Private Banking offers strategic borrowing solutions and customized personal banking support for high-net worth clients. Private Bankers provide the highest level of personalized and attentive service, helping clients meet their financial goals.
Is this program right for you? In this role, you will:
The Wealth Management Associate Program is a salaried program that is aimed at developing sales and entrepreneurial-minded individuals who are looking for a career in credit-focused Banking. The program focuses on building core credit underwriting and relationship management skills.
Do you have the skills and requirements that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if:
You're completing an undergraduate or master’s degree by June 2026, or you are a recent grad with less than 5 years of experience and have work experience in building client relationships and providing financial advice.
You have completed a course of study that will enable registration with the appropriate provincial securities commission to obtain a license to sell mutual funds (requirement to obtain license will be determined on a case-by-case basis and will be dependent on business need in the Region of hire).
You aspire to build a career as a personal Banker.
You’re a curious, critical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with others.
You have a sales and relationship focused mindset.
You can demonstrate an ability to influence, persuade, and build consensus as well as the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
You’re flexible and thrive in fast-paced environments.
You have strong organization and time management skills and enjoy working in both team and independent settings.
You value feedback and actively seek opportunities for self-development.
What’s in it for you?
A comprehensive training program that provides opportunities for you to gain a thorough understanding of Scotiabank’s Private Banking and Wealth Advisory businesses.
A path to completing the Certified Financial Planning Certification.
Placement in a Scotiabank Wealth Management Private Banking office and the opportunity to work with a Private Banking team to gain relevant and practical experience.
A training curriculum to support you in preparing for a client-facing role in Private Banking.
Ongoing support during the program through various touch points with the Program Lead, Wealth leaders, and your local Manager.
A compensation program with competitive salary, opportunities for annual performance incentives based on performance thresholds, a flexible benefits program, and continuing education programs.
How do I apply?
For candidates applying to our new graduate programs, we do not require resumes! We believe in evaluating you through relationships over resumes and are focused on learning about who you are and what you’re interested in to uncover your true potential. Instead, we ask that as part of your application you complete the below:
Complete your PLUM Profile here and save as a screenshot.
Complete a short one-way video interview here.
Apply to the role and when the application asks for your resume, instead upload the screenshot of your PLUM Profile.
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Barrie
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.
The Scotiabank Veterans Network (SVN) is committed to supporting veterans, reservists, and military spouses by recognizing and valuing their unique skills and experiences. As a military-friendly employer, Scotiabank actively promotes the integration of veterans into civilian careers by offering a wide range of employment opportunities across the Bank. SVN plays a key role in this effort, leading initiatives such as a mentorship program designed to support both current and transitioning veterans.
The team was instrumental in driving recent enhancements to Scotiabank’s reservist leave policy and organized the inaugural Valour and Vision Expo in Q4 2024, where industry leaders pledged to support veterans entering the civilian workforce. In February 2025, Scotiabank proudly served as the lead Banking Sponsor of the Invictus Games, an international multi-sport event that aids in the rehabilitation of wounded, injured, and ill service members—both active and retired.
Additionally, SVN hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including leadership symposiums and annual Remembrance Day ceremonies, to honor and support the military community.