Associate

Position Overview

We are seeking an individual to join our team in the Burlington office. As an Associate the incumbent will contribute to growing the business by supporting to the Investment Advisor(s), ensuring high-level client service, and providing dedicated specialized administrative support on diverse assignments.

Duties & Responsibilities

Investment Advisor Support:

• 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
• Analyze industry and company data, macro data, develop and maintain financial models

Client Service:

• Provide a high level of client service which includes responding to phone, mail and electronic enquiries based on knowledge of full service brokerage
• Attend client meetings as required, including prospect and annual review meetings
• 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

Skills & Qualifications

• At least 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

Education

• An undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in Business/Economics or related field
• Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct and Practices Handbook
• Licensed with Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) as an Investment Representative