Associate, Global Equity Derivatives - Toronto Requisition ID: 215736 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world. Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange and precious & metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group. Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries! We work together to drive ambition for every future! **Purpose** Global Equity Derivatives (GED) includes Investor Solutions (offering Structured Notes) and Equity Derivatives Trading (Options, Swaps and Index Finance). The successful candidate will support more senior members of GED with the development, structuring, review and execution of Structured Notes transactions as well as the day-to-day operations of Investor Solutions, ensuring that specific transactions, goals, plans and initiatives are executed and delivered in support of GED’s business strategies and objectives. As needed, the candidate will also assist with new initiatives in GED, including adapting the business to legal and regulatory changes and managing legal and regulatory risks impacting GED, particularly in connection with the Structured Notes business. Given the nature of the role, the successful candidate will work with, and have the ability to build relationships across the Bank such as with Legal, Compliance, Internal Controls, Tax and Group Treasury. GED operates in a fast-paced and demanding environment. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong attention to detail, flexibility, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, initiative and excellent organizational skills. The candidate will be a strong team-player and communicator, with an exceptional work ethic. The candidate should be able to work collaboratively and independently with the capacity to synthesize information and instructions quickly and effectively to action items. The candidate will be based in Toronto and will report to the Managing Director, Structuring and Business Development, Global Equity Derivatives. **What You'll Do:** + Conduct detailed reviews of Structured Note offering documents + Draft and/or review closing documents + Collaborate with members of GED and internal and external legal counsel in connection with both transactional and non-transactional matters + Support the development of new Structured Note and derivative products and market entry into new regions and process improvements, including automation + Keep abreast of legal and regulatory changes in the markets in which GED operates + Support senior members of GED with regulatory projects, assist with identifying key impacts to GED and coordinate communication and participation for relevant GED team members + Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions **What You'll Bring:** + Minimum of 1+ years of professional work experience in law and/or finance + Juris Doctor or university degree in business, finance or a related discipline + CFA candidate or charter holder is an asset + Proven proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, including the ability to manipulate large data sets + Aptitude to learn how to use software for document automation and internal trading and booking systems + Competency in a programming language such as HTML, SQL, VBA or Python considered an asset + Superior attention to detail and experience reviewing complex documentation + Knowledge of capital markets products, securities law and the Bank’s processes and policies is an asset + Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and multi-task amidst competing priorities + Motivated to work in a target-driven and high-performance culture **Work Arrangement:** This position is currently an on-site role, with the expectation that you will work at least 4 days a week in the office. Please note that this is subject to change based on the needs of the business. **Interested?** If your experience is closely related but doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we do encourage you to apply - you might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Scotiabank! At Scotiabank, every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are and, embraced for their differences. That’s why we work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance-oriented culture. **What's in it for you?** Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work – and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well-being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs. \#GCM2025 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, pleaseclick here (https://www.scotiabank.com/careers/en/careers/technical-support-for-applicants.html) . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. 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