Business Analyst Specialist (Capital Markets Technology)

About the team

Global Banking and Markets Engineering (GBME) is the rapidly evolving technology group behind Scotiabank’s corporate banking, investment banking, and capital markets businesses. The team is known for delivering high-impact solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Role overview

Scotiabank is looking for a Business Analyst Specialist in Capital Markets Technology to act as the bridge between business partners and internal engineering and architecture teams. The role focuses on making sure solutions are delivered efficiently, on schedule, and to a high standard across multiple GBME initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, a curious and outcomes-driven mindset, and the ability to work closely with engineers, solution architects, and business stakeholders to design and implement scalable, high-value solutions.

Initial project focus

The first assignment sits within the Client Data Technology team and supports the creation of a single-client-view capability as part of the broader Client Lifecycle Management program across GBM, Commercial, and IB lines of business. This position will lead analysis of current capabilities and the transformation needed for the target state. The work is strategically important, highly visible, and spans multiple years and business areas.

Responsibilities

• Use a solid understanding of business operations to solve issues and uncover opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare clear and complete business specifications and requirement documents to support estimation, development, and project planning.
• Produce deliverables such as business requirement documents, design documents, use cases, and process models when needed.
• Contribute to detailed project planning, progress tracking against goals, financial reviews, and building alignment with users and senior leaders.
• Partner with GBME technology teams throughout the full system development lifecycle and connect business needs with technical implementation.
• Develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues across global regions.
• Assist with production support and resolve escalations during release cycles when required.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a technical systems analyst; experience in financial services is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with technology projects and a strong understanding of SDLC processes.
• Excellent data analysis ability and strong SQL skills.
• Experience working with client data, especially for corporate and commercial clients, is considered a strong plus.
• Ability to convert business needs into technical requirements and translate technical concepts back into business language.
• Comfort leading discussions with vendors, business teams, and technology stakeholders while encouraging cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to work with business users, developers, compliance teams, and senior management.

Perks and benefits

• Inclusive workplace culture with support for diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship.
• Employee resource groups and a workplace committed to fairness and belonging.
• Accessibility support and accommodations throughout the workplace and hiring process.
• Remote-friendly setup with flexibility to help you do your best work.
• Learning and development support through online courses, cross-functional growth opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive rewards package including bonus eligibility, flexible vacation, personal days, sick days, and benefits from day one.
• Community engagement opportunities through programs, events, contests, and collaborative activities.

Additional information

This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The company operates with a purpose-driven culture and serves customers across personal and commercial banking, wealth management, private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

Scotiabank is committed to accessibility and encourages candidates who need interview or application accommodations to contact the recruitment team.

Candidates are expected to apply directly through the employer’s online process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Requisition ID: 251758

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to candidates who can work in Canada and meet the experience and technical requirements for the role. Applicants with a background in capital markets, client data, or financial services technology will be well aligned.