About iA Global Asset Management
iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM) is one of Canada’s leading asset managers, overseeing more than $100 billion in assets under management across a broad range of retail and institutional mandates. iAGAM is the investment arm of iA Financial Group (IAFG), a leading Canadian insurer and one of Canada’s largest non-bank wealth managers, with approximately $340 billion in assets under administration and management. Our breadth of investment capabilities enables us to deliver sophisticated, customized solutions aligned with the evolving needs of clients, advisors, consultants, and distribution partners.
Build the future with us
We are seeking an experienced investment professional to join the Investment Strategy and Client Solutions team. Reporting to the Head of Investment Strategy and Client Solutions, this role serves as a key link between iAGAM’s investment expertise and the needs of clients and distribution partners. The successful candidate will combine investment knowledge, relationship-management skills and strong communication capabilities to support client engagement, retention and business growth.
The role spans client portfolio management, business development support and investment communication. The successful candidate will work closely with portfolio managers, client relationship and business development teams, product specialists, marketing partners and other internal stakeholders to deliver timely, consistent and commercially relevant investment support.
What you’ll accomplish with us
Client engagement and relationship management
Support and participate in client, prospect, advisor and consultant meetings, including investment reviews, due diligence discussions and industry events.
Build a strong understanding of client needs, investment objectives and service expectations, and help translate them into effective investment solutions and engagement plans.
Provide responsive, high-quality support for recurring and ad hoc client requests, helping to strengthen relationships, retain assets and identify opportunities to deepen partnerships.
Investment expertise and communication
Act as a product specialist across fixed-income, equity and multi-asset strategies, communicating portfolio positioning, market context, investment processes and competitive differentiators to audiences with varying levels of investment knowledge.
Create, review and maintain client-ready materials, including presentations, investment summaries, portfolio commentaries, due diligence materials and monthly or quarterly reports.
Contribute to thought leadership, conferences, webinars, roadshows and other initiatives that strengthen iAGAM’s brand and bring our investment perspectives to market.
Business development and opportunity support
Partner with business development, consultant relations and distribution teams throughout the opportunity lifecycle, from prospect identification and qualification to solution development, presentation and follow-up.
Prepare and coordinate high-quality RFPs, RFIs and DDQs, ensuring responses clearly reflect client needs and iAGAM’s investment capabilities.
Conduct market, competitor and opportunity analysis to inform business development priorities and help identify potential areas of growth.
Support pipeline discipline by maintaining accurate opportunity information, producing management reporting and facilitating timely communication across stakeholders.
Execution and cross-functional collaboration
Maintain institutional databases and contribute to the ongoing improvement of RFP, presentation, client-reporting and content-management processes.
Collaborate with portfolio management, sales, product, marketing, legal, compliance and client service partners to deliver accurate, consistent and timely materials.
Coordinate investment-related client and sales events, including planning, content development, stakeholder preparation and follow-up.
Identify practical opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, quality control and scalability across the team’s activities.
What could accelerate your success in this role
We’re looking for someone who:
A bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, economics or a related field. A master’s degree is an asset.
CFA, CIM or another relevant investment designation, or meaningful progress toward one.
5-10 years of relevant experience in asset management, institutional relationship management, business development, investment consulting, portfolio research or a related field.
Strong knowledge of global financial markets, investment products and institutional investor and consultant needs.
Demonstrated ability to explain complex investment concepts clearly and confidently in writing and in presentations.
Excellent client-service, relationship-management, interpersonal and listening skills, with sound judgment and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive, collaborative and accountable approach, with the confidence to work across functions and with senior stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken, given regular interactions with clients and colleagues across Canada and the development of bilingual client materials.
Previous registration, or the ability to become registered, as a dealing representative, associate advising representative or advising representative is an asset.
Advanced proficiency in French, as the candidate will be required to communicate daily with English- and French-speaking clients and partners across Canada via email and phone calls.
Why you’ll love working with us?
· A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
· A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
· The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
· Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!
Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!
Still unsure about applying?
At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!
The typical hiring range for this position is between 85,000$ and 125,000$ CAD per year; the base salary offered may vary depending on knowledge, skills, years of experience, and internal equity related to the role. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable, and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect the most current market conditions.
Location(s)Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee WestOther Possible Location(s)Montreal / 1981 McGill College AvenueToronto / 26 Wellington Street EastCompanyIndustrial Alliance Investment Management Inc.Posting End Date2026-09-18Company Overview
iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.
With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.
At iA, we’re invested in you.
* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, economics or related field
- Master's degree
- CFA, CIM or another relevant investment designation, or meaningful progress toward one
- 5-10 years of relevant experience in asset management, institutional relationship management, business development, investment consulting, portfolio research or related field
- Strong knowledge of global financial markets, investment products and institutional investor and consultant needs
- Ability to explain complex investment concepts clearly in writing and presentations
- Excellent client-service, relationship-management, interpersonal and listening skills
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple deliverables
- Proactive, collaborative and accountable approach with confidence to work across functions and with senior stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken
- Previous registration, or the ability to become registered, as a dealing representative, associate advising representative or advising representative
What We Do
iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in Canada, with operations in the United States. Founded in 1892, it is an important Canadian public company and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbols IAG (common shares) and IAF (preferred shares).
