Principal, Solution Architecture and Delivery, Global Wealth and Asset Management

Requisition ID: 229242

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

Scotiabank Wealth Management is seeking a strategic and visionary technology leader to define and drive the architectural and data strategy across Global Wealth and Asset Management. This role will work closely with the leaders of Wealth Management and collaborate with the Enterprise Architecture team to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide goals.

Is this role right for you In this role you will:

• Define and evolve the architectural and data strategy roadmap for Global Wealth and Asset Management.
• Drive digital transformation by modernizing platforms enabling cloud adoption and integrating emerging technologies to enhance client and advisor experiences.
• Collaborate with the CIO business and technology leaders and Enterprise Architecture to ensure strategic alignment and architectural consistency.
• Assess current-state capabilities and lead the development of future-state architecture and data platforms.
• Guide teams in building strong business cases including reference architectures gap analyses cost-benefit evaluations and resource planning.
• Lead large-scale cross-functional technology and data initiatives from concept through execution.
• Lead enterprise-wide Data and AI strategy driving innovation governance and measurable business value through scalable data platforms and responsible AI integration.
• Establish and enforce architectural and data governance practices ensuring compliance with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary architectural liaison between Wealth Management and the Enterprise Architecture function.
• Influence enterprise-wide technology and data decisions to reflect Wealth Management priorities.
• Represent Wealth Management architecture and data strategy in enterprise governance forums and strategic planning sessions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CIO and wealth leadership providing insights recommendations and progress updates.
• Lead coach and develop a high-performing team of architects and data strategists.
• Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Promote cross-functional alignment and knowledge sharing across business and technology teams.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role Wed love to work with you if you have:

• 10 years of experience in architecture leadership technology strategy management consulting or corporate transformation roles.
• Demonstrated success in delivering complex digital transformation and data modernization initiatives.
• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture data platforms cloud technologies (e.g. GCP Azure) and modern integration patterns.
• Strong understanding of wealth management business models regulatory frameworks and client-centric technology solutions.
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced dynamic environment with a focus on execution and measurable outcomes.
• Exceptional interpersonal leadership and influencing skills with the ability to engage and align diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with a track record of delivering innovative scalable solutions.

Whats in it for you

• Diversity Equity 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 are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities ethnicity race age ability & 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 locate remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses cross-functional development opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus flexible vacation personal sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee universal washrooms and lots of space for team collaboration.
• Community Engagement - we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons.

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.