Title:  Workforce Enablement Specialist - Toronto

Requisition ID: 256909 

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

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

Why Work for Scotiabank

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. We are powered by our 97,000 teammates who make a real difference across the globe as a leading provider of advice, products, digital experiences, and financial services. This is a place where you’ll get to learn and develop your skills, while being recognized for your hard work. At Scotiabank, we’re passionate about bringing our whole selves to work, allowing us to create inclusive work environments for everyone to enjoy.

The Talent Development & Learning Experiences team is a high-performing group within the broader Performance Enablement framework. The team is accountable for the design, governance, and delivery of capability development, onboarding, and talent programs that empower employees in Canadian Commercial Banking to perform their roles effectively, consistently, and in compliance with regulatory and operational requirements. Our mission is to deliver impactful training and learning initiatives that enhance the client experience and optimize internal operations for greater efficiency.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Workforce Strategy & Transformation, the Specialist will work closely with senior management, business line leaders, and a diverse group of stakeholders to drive the successful execution of key talent initiatives. These initiatives include, but are not limited to, intern programs, new graduate programs, internal mobility and other innovative, high-impact programs designed to shape the future talent landscape.

These efforts are integral to Scotiabank’s strategic talent priorities, which focus on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent—thereby strengthening the talent pipeline within Canadian Commercial Banking. The Specialist will contribute to the overall success by ensuring that individual goals, plans, and initiatives are executed effectively and are aligned with team business strategies and objectives. All activities will be carried out in strict compliance with governing regulations, internal policies, and procedures.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Centralizing and managing intake processes, onboarding logistics, new hire cycle coordination, contract administration, milestone tracking, and documentation control for Canadian Commercial Banking talent programs to ensure a seamless transition and high-quality onboarding experience for new hires and internal candidates.
• Overseeing recruitment coordination and pipeline management, supporting workforce readiness assessments to confirm employees are fully prepared for their roles and able to meet operational and regulatory requirements.
• Administering the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate tracking of learning activities, compliance requirements, and timely completion of development modules.
• Developing and maintaining integrated cycle calendars and milestone plans, coordinating intakes, offers, and onboarding logistics across multiple cohorts for consistency and efficiency.
• Keeping documentation current and accurate while managing version control to maintain a single source of truth and ensure leaders can trust reporting throughout the talent cycle.
• Applying disciplined program planning and workload prioritization to manage competing demands, prevent schedule delays, and ensure timely delivery of talent initiatives, upholding standardized processes and transparent prioritization across all portfolios.
• Tracking program milestones, generate operational reporting, and surface risks proactively to support strategic workforce planning, maintain visibility, and anticipate and address potential issues early.
• Building clear and compelling decks, frameworks, and documentation to facilitate alignment, drive consistent practices, and support next-step actions across talent programs.
• Collaborating with partners and stakeholders to ensure program deliverables align with Scotiabank’s broader strategies, visions, and Core Values, while promoting collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.
• Supporting the implementation of evaluation metrics for key programs and initiatives by steering surveys, focus groups, and follow-ups with program sponsors and participants.
• Organizing events and initiatives such as mentorship forums and social engagements to foster connections among associates, support employee progression, and encourage mobility.
• Participating in weekly portfolio planning and monthly operational reviews to maintain alignment, accountability, and drive process improvements through the established operating rhythm (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Supporting consistent onboarding experiences and reducing ad hoc escalations, aligning activities with success measures and workforce planning objectives.
• Ensuring daily operations are conducted in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, Code of Conduct, and Global Sales Principles, maintaining adherence to business controls and compliance standards.
• Championing a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive workplace culture.

Who You Are

You’re a standout professional with a strong ability to coordinate complex work, manage timelines, and bring structure to talent development initiatives. You thrive in environments with clear direction, applying disciplined project management alongside a positive, flexible, and professional mindset.

Key Requirements

• University degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Background in project management, recruitment, or adult learning is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in talent attraction, talent development, people operations and logistics coordination, with a demonstrated record of high performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for documentation, reporting, and presentations.

Key Capabilities

• You demonstrate a genuine passion for empowering talent and advancing employee growth, supported by advanced organizational, project management, and analytical skills.
• You foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, and high performance, and you continuously seek opportunities for personal and professional advancement while protecting the interests of all stakeholders.
• Your collaborative approach extends to both internal teams and external partners, enabling coordinated solutions that address the needs of clients and the Bank.
• You consistently communicate with clarity and professionalism, ensuring accurate documentation and timely dissemination of information to all relevant stakeholders.
• You are detail-oriented and results-driven, adept at ensuring timely delivery of key initiatives.
• You proactively recognize potential risks, escalate issues beyond your scope of authority as needed, and hold yourself accountable for decisions within established policies, processes, controls, and the Bank’s risk appetite.
• Your judgement is guided by regulatory, policy, and operational requirements, ensuring informed and timely decisions that balance client interests, risk considerations, and Bank priorities.
• You are resilient, adaptable, and eager to learn, continuously seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What’s in it for you?

• Inclusion & Allyship: We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow, and participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which span diverse gender identities, ethnicities, races, ages, abilities, and veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations: 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. Scotiabank continues to identify, remove, and prevent barriers, ensuring we build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling: We offer opportunities for upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards Program: Our rewards program includes bonuses, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, and benefits that start on day one.
• Community Engagement: No matter where you choose to work from, we provide opportunities for community engagement and belonging through our various programs.

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

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.