HRPA Student Coffee Chat: Banking on People; HR in Financial Services


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Starts: 12/09/2026 12:00 PM

Ends: 12/09/2026 1:00 PM

Registration Closes:12/08/2026 5:00 PM

Event Type: Student

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TOPIC: HR in Finance

Join us for a student coffee chat exploring HR in the Finance Industry, featuring a Senior Manager, HRBP Strategic Enablement at Scotiabank. This session will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how HR supports people, leaders, and business priorities within a large, fast-paced financial institution.

Gain insight into the role of an HR Business Partner, how HR contributes to strategic initiatives and organizational success, and the unique opportunities and challenges of working in the financial services sector.

If you're curious about building an HR career in finance, interested in the HRBP career path, or simply want to understand how HR operates within a major financial institution, this is a great opportunity to learn more and ask your questions.

 

AGENDA:

12:00 PM Welcome and Introductions

12:05 PM Guest Speakers

12:45 PM Q&A

1:00 PM Event Concludes

 

Registration Closes:  December 8th, 2026

Registration Difficulties or Questions: Please reach out to students@hrpa.ca

Speaker bio(s)
Dushan Zuber, CHRP, CHRL, Senior Manager, HRBP Strategic Enablement

Dushan Zuber, CHRL, PMP is a Senior Manager, HRBP Strategic Enablement at Scotiabank, where he partners with HR and business leaders to advance talent strategy, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and people transformation across Corporate Functions. With experience spanning human resources, talent management, organizational development, project management, and business transformation, Dushan has led enterprise initiatives in talent reviews, succession planning, workforce analytics, change management, and HR operating model design. He is passionate about the future of work and the intersection of HR, data, and artificial intelligence, helping organizations leverage emerging technologies to enhance workforce decisions and employee experiences. A Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and Project Management Professional (PMP), Dushan is known for his practical, business-focused approach to driving innovation, developing talent, and building future-ready organizations.