THE BANK of Nova Scotia Jamaica Limited has been named Bank of the Year in Jamaica by The Banker magazine, the industry publication of the Financial Times of London.
Last year, Scotiabank was also named "Best Bank in the Caribbean" by LatinFinance magazine.
"The Bank of Nova Scotia Jamaica is an excellent example of Scotiabank Group's ability to leverage its global reach while adapting to best meet the needs of each local market where we operate," said Rick Waugh, Scotiabank President, in a bank release announcing the award.
"This award is testament to the expertise of our worldwide team and our international experience that dates back more than 170 years."
Scotiabank Jamaica's managing director, William Clarke, said the award "recognises an outstanding team of people that has made Scotiabank the leading bank in Jamaica."
"Our success," he said, "is based on a continual focus on our customers, delivering innovative financial products, and leveraging the latest technology."
Scotiabank has operated in Jamaica since 1889, currently servicing more than two million customers. The commercial bank offers both retail and commercial financial services from its 42 branches islandwide and more than 100 Automated Banking Machiness.
The Bank won the award, said the release, for its growth and productivity.
