Manager, Branch Network Planning and Business Analysis

Requisition ID: 249399



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

In this role, you will be responsible for developing comprehensive market strategies for our national retail network over the immediate and long-term. You will contribute to the overall success of Canadian Banking Retail Distribution by developing data-driven recommendations to senior leadership on the physical branch network. 

Using data analytics and financial modelling to create micro and macro level network strategies by:

• Identifying top performing markets where we want to over-invest, while optimizing the network in low priority markets through physical branch recommendations, staffing and hours.


• Leveraging market opportunity and customer data to provide primary and secondary product recommendations based on geographical concentrations.


• Determining the ideal staffing number and role-types at the branch based on key characteristics (e.g. investment vs. lending).


• Performing financial analysis on market strategy recommendations to ensure we achieve a desirable payback and ROI – this includes scenario analysis at the branch, district, regional and national level.


• Partnering with regional leadership and other stakeholders to support execution of the recommended changes to Physical Distribution network including Real Estate, Optimization and Finance.


• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.


• Understanding 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. 

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Strong regional and market knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills to bridge technical content and business objectives among a wide range of stakeholders.


• Experience analyzing data and/or having a financial background


• Proficiency in Excel with experience in developing sophisticated tools for wider audiences


• Significant experience in network planning/distribution strategy or analytics/finance.


• CFA or MBA preferred but not required.

What’s in it for you?

• An inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, problem-solving and celebrates success


• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on the bank’s physical footprint in the short and long-term


• Experience working with various teams and stakeholders


• Industry leading data and tools to support your daily functions


• Working with a team of highly specialized individuals with different backgrounds in a fast-paced and fun environment

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.