Title:  Director, Talent Acquisition, GBS - Bogotá

Requisition ID: 263636 

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

Purpose

Leads and oversees Talent Acquisition in GBS Colombia for Global Operations, Technology and Control functions roles including HR, Finance, among others, ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are executed / delivered in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies, and procedures. Responsible for leading a high performing talent acquisition team on site that are grounded in competitive intelligence to partner with Scotiabank’s Leadership at all levels of the organization and in multiple countries. Provide vision and strategic direction to Global Talent Acquisition strategies, future of TA and coaching of direct reports.

Accountabilities

• Leads and drives a customer focused culture throughout their team to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Responsible for leading a high performing talent acquisition team that are grounded in competitive intelligence to partner with Scotiabank’s Leadership at all levels. Provide vision and strategic direction to Global Talent Acquisition strategies, future of TA and coaching of direct reports.
  
  
• Collaborate with key business and HR leaders in assigned business lines, to develop and implement forward thinking Talent Acquisition strategies that set up Scotiabank as an employer of choice
• Develop and implement key talent insights to drive accountability and forward-thinking conversations ensuring optimal people competencies are aligned to overall business priorities in order to provide greater transparency and visibility to stakeholders.
• Build and develop business line initiatives to reinforce the Bank’s commitment to Inclusion for all designated groups (Indigenous, Black, Gender, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities, LGBT+) by ensuring proper candidate slate representation, Ensure diversity goals are included in program designs where appropriate
• Manage internal/external ROI and identify cost saving/revenue generating opportunities to expand Talent Acquisition partnerships.
• Build and develop business line initiatives to reinforce the Bank’s commitment to Inclusion for all designated groups (Indigenous, Black, Gender, Persons with Disabilities, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Veterans) by ensuring proper candidate slate representation,
• Coach team members towards the effective and efficient utilization of sourcing, hiring & selection tools and resources to support business requirements and strategies.
• Lead and develop progressive and transformative programs to increase Talent Acquisition capability in key markets and businesses.
• Contribute to Talent Acquisition and Global HR vision through various strategic projects.
  
  
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Create an environment in which their team 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.
• Build a high-performance environment 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 vison/values/business strategy; and, managing succession and development planning for the team.

Education / Experience / Other Information

• Minimum 10 years of progressive and innovative leadership experience within Talent Acquisition, coupled with a proven track record of leading transformative initiatives.
• 10+ years of experience managing and developing a technical high performing  Talent Acquisition teams.
• Proven experience developing, executing and monitoring Talent Acquisition functions with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency.
• Able to attract, recognize, coach and develop recruitment expertise.
• Good understanding of managing teams that are accountable for high volume and professional roles
• Knowledge of the Technology and other business lines Talent Acquisition landscape, talent sourcing and candidate relationship management tools and practices.
• Experience with a variety of HR systems including implementing an applicant tracking system and/or other technologies and working with recruitment partners/vendors.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others across business units, functional departments, geographies, and disciplines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• English/Spanish – written/spoken

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence. Limited travel.

Location(s):  Colombia : Bogota : Bogota 

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.