ASPIRE Commercial Banking - Roynat Capital, M&A - Winter 2027 Co-op / Internship - Toronto
Scotiabank · Toronto, Canada · 4d ago
Requisition ID: 273162
Employee Referral Program – Potential Reward:
We are committed to investing in our employees and helping you continue your career at Scotiabank.
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Location: Toronto, ON
Term: January - August 2027
Work Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
Application Deadline: 10/05/2026
Kickstart your career with Scotiabank’s Commercial Aspire Program! This is your opportunity to gain real-world experience, build your network, and explore what it’s like to work in Canadian Commercial Banking—all while contributing meaningfully to our teams. Aspire is designed for ambitious students who are curious, collaborative, and eager to learn. We're looking for students who demonstrate strong communication skills, intellectual curiosity, accountability, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution.
If you want to strengthen your corporate finance, valuation, and transaction analysis skills, this opportunity will provide hands-on exposure to a team that advises Canadian businesses on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions. You'll gain experience analyzing companies, evaluating opportunities, supporting transaction execution, and developing an understanding of how strategic transactions help businesses achieve their growth objectives.
The Roynat Capital Mid-Market Mergers & Acquisitions team partners with business owners, entrepreneurs, and management teams to support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions. Working closely with clients throughout the transaction lifecycle, the team provides strategic advice, market insights, valuation support, and execution expertise. This role offers exposure to complex transactions, financial analysis, valuation concepts, and the opportunity to develop a foundational understanding of corporate finance and M&A advisory.
Is this role right for you?
With Aspire, you’ll gain early exposure to Roynat Capital by working on meaningful projects and learning from experienced professionals. You’ll have opportunities to:
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Conduct company, industry, and market research to support strategic transaction opportunities.
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Assist with financial analysis, valuation exercises, and transaction-related materials.
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Support the preparation of client presentations, pitch materials, and transaction documentation.
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Analyze financial statements and business performance to help evaluate potential opportunities and risks.
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Gain exposure to mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
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Develop your understanding of how strategic transactions support business growth, succession planning, and long-term value creation.
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Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders while supporting various stages of a transaction.
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Ensure that the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture are considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
Who we’re looking for:
You thrive in a structured environment with clear guidance and deadlines, and you bring a positive, flexible, and professional attitude.
Key capabilities:
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You are client-centric and passionate about enhancing the client experience
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You are collaborative and work effectively with others
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You are organized and able to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
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You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
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You are analytical and use data to inform decisions and recommendations
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You are intellectually curious and enjoy solving complex business and financial problems
Key requirements:
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You are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
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Advanced coursework in corporate finance, valuation, financial modeling, mergers and acquisitions, or investment analysis is considered an asset
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You have strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
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You have good presentation skills and consistently demonstrate professionalism
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You have a natural curiosity and eagerness to learn about Commercial Banking
How to apply
We focus on relationships over resumes. Instead of submitting a traditional resume, please:
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Complete your PLUM Profile and save a screenshot.
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Complete a short one-way video interview here.
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Apply to the role and upload your PLUM Profile screenshot when prompted for a resume.
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
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