Associate

Position Overview

We are seeking an individual to join our team in the Pointe-Claire 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