Associate

Richardson Wealth; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Group RRSP matching plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Richardson Wealth is seeking an Associate in Burlington to support Investment Advisors and deliver exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in financial services, excellent communication skills, and an understanding of compliance regulations.

This role offers a competitive salary range of $50,000-$80,000 based on skills and experience, along with a total rewards package including health benefits and a group RRSP matching plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of industry compliance regulations.
• Excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Investment Advisors by preparing reports and client presentations.
• Deliver high-level client service and respond to inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with account documentation and marketing materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Undergraduate/postgraduate degree in Business/Economics

CIRO license as Investment Representative (IR)

Job description

About Us

As a leading Canadian wealth management organization, Richardson Wealth offers the personal touch of a boutique firm while delivering big results. With offices across the country, we are home to some of Canada’s best investment advisors. We’ve embarked on an exciting growth phase – a multi-year transformational journey to enhance our entrepreneurial, high‑performing, advisor‑centric culture.

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 the Investment Advisor(s), ensuring high‑level client service, and providing dedicated specialized administrative support on diverse assignments.

Duties and 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.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in the financial services industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Understanding of industry compliance regulations.
• Strict attention to detail.
• 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.
• Must be licensed with Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) as an Investment Representative (IR).

Expected annualized base salary range for this role is $50,000-$80,000. 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.

Richardson offers a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive health & dental benefits, a group RRSP matching plan and paid time off.

Richardson Wealth is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We are happy to meet your individual needs in keeping with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Candidates may request accommodation at any point during the interview process.