Associate

Position Overview 
We are seeking an individual to join our team in our Victoria office. As an Associate, the incumbent will contribute to growing the business by supporting the 3 Investment Advisors, ensuring high-level client service, and providing dedicated specialized administrative support on diverse assignments. This position works directly with the Associate Team Coordinator. 

This is an existing vacancy.

Duties and Responsibilities 
Investment Advisor Support: 
· Assist with the professional servicing of incoming telephone and email contacts from clients, Advisors and other internal and external partners 
· Prepare, analyze, and present reports and recommendations for clients including investment policy statements, portfolio evaluations, financial plans, retirement projections, client commentaries/reviews and investment proposals 
· Manage the execution of transactions on behalf of the Advisor 
· Monitor portfolios and daily trading activity for the team 
· Ongoing review and updating of Client Profiles
 Client Service: 
· Provide a high level of client service which includes responding to phone, mail and electronic enquiries based on knowledge of full-service wealth advisory practice 
· Provide gold standard client service anticipating client needs and delivering proactive and quality communications to ensure clients are apprised of details related to their accounts 
Administration: 
· Familiarize and adhere to compliance requirements, including all aspects of new and existing account documentation and marketing materials to maintain a culture and operation of risk management 

Qualifications 
· Minimum 3 years’ experience in the financial services industry 
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English 
· Strong organizational skills 
· Ability to take initiative and work independently 
· Understanding of industry compliance regulations 
· Strict attention to detail 
· The ability to multi-task 
· Excellent organizational and time management skills 
· Ability to quickly learn new technologies and programs 
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 
· Experience with Client Relationship Management systems such as Maximizer or Salesforce 
· Motivated to learn and advance your career with additional courses as recommended 

Education 
· An undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in Business/Economics or related field 
· Must be licensed with Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) as an Investment Representative (IR) 
· Registered Representative (RR) licensing to be obtained within 18 months of date of hire 
· Holding or working towards a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation would be an asset 
· Consideration would be given to candidates actively studying to achieve their IR within 6 months as well
. Note that position title would be Assistant until IR license received

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $50,000-$70,000.
The actual salary offered will take into consideration a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill, experience, education and training, and the consideration of internal equity.