Administrative Assistant (12-month contract)

CGC Canaccord Genuity Corp.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Canaccord Genuity Corp. in Vancouver seeks an energetic, organized individual to join a growing advisory team for a 12-month contract. You will support Investment Advisors with client transactions, quotes, and trading orders, while maintaining accounts and preparing reports.

You will help service existing clients and contribute to wealth-management initiatives, with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of CSC, CPH and licensed with CIRO preferred.
• 2-3 years of related experience, with a well-rounded knowledge of the securities industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, take initiatives and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently, and effectively with employees and clients at all levels.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills: good working knowledge of MS Office programs.
• An interest in Financial Planning and/or Insurance would be beneficial.
• Experience with Dataphile, Salesforce and netx360 would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with a team of Investment Advisors where the focus is on client relationships and building a sustainable wealth management business;
• Assist Investment Advisors with processing and confirming client transactions;
• Deal directly with all clients, provide quotes and execute trading orders;
• Maintain account lists and compile statistical information and reports;
• Process and follow-up on client documentation for proper maintenance of accounts;
• Assist with servicing existing clients;
• Involvement in developing the wealth business using various marketing initiatives;
• Perform additional administrative duties as required.

Skills

Excellent communication and Interp ers

Education

CSC, CPH, CIRO license

Tools

Dataphile

Salesforce

netx360

MS Office

Job description

Salary Range

$45,000 - $55,000

Who we are

Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. CG is driven by an unwavering commitment to build lasting client relationships – we achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional, and corporate clients through comprehensive wealth management solutions and investment banking services. We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and providing innovative, bespoke solutions. Our entrepreneurial and friendly team will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value excellence and collaboration. We’re looking for talented people who thrive in a dynamic environment and want to have an impact with innovative ideas and best practices. At CG, we believe that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.

Location, Contract and Working Hours

Our Canadian operation, Canaccord Genuity Corp., is currently looking for an energetic, organized and detail-oriented individual with exceptional multi-tasking and interpersonal skills to join a growing advisory team for a 12-month contract in our Vancouver office.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with a team of Investment Advisors where the focus is on client relationships and building a sustainable wealth management business;
• Assist Investment Advisors with processing and confirming client transactions;
• Deal directly with all clients, provide quotes and execute trading orders;
• Maintain account lists and compile statistical information and reports;
• Process and follow-up on client documentation for proper maintenance of accounts;
• Assist with servicing existing clients;
• Involvement in developing the wealth business using various marketing initiatives;
• Perform additional administrative duties as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Completion of CSC, CPH and licensed with CIRO preferred;
• 2-3 years of related experience, with a well-rounded knowledge of the securities industry;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail;
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, take initiatives and multi-task;
• Ability to work independently, and effectively with employees and clients at all levels;
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills: good working knowledge of MS Office programs;
• An interest in Financial Planning and/or Insurance would be beneficial;
• Experience with Dataphile, Salesforce and netx360 would be an asset.

Additional Information

All applications will be held in strict confidence. In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Protecting your online safety: Canaccord Genuity and its affiliates do not use text messages for recruitment purposes. If you have received a text message claiming to be from CG or an authorized representative regarding job recruitment, please treat as fraudulent and do not respond.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you for your understanding.

Company Locations

Through its principal subsidiaries, Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. (“Company”) is a leading independent, full-services financial firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. Since its establishment in 1950, the Company has been driven by an unwavering commitment to building lasting client relationships. We achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional and corporate clients through comprehensive investment solutions, brokerage services and investment banking services. The Company has Wealth Management offices located in Canada, the UK, Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man and Australia. Canaccord Genuity, the international capital markets division, operates in North America, UK & Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East.