Associate Investment Advisor

Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Canaccord Genuity Corp. in Oakville seeks an Associate Investment Advisor to grow and support a wealth management team serving high-net-worth clients. You will assist in financial planning and relationship management, leveraging Conquest and other tools, under the MacInnes Group led by the Senior Wealth Advisor.

The role emphasizes independent work, accuracy, and client service. Experience in wealth management, relevant CIRO licensing, and CFP designation (or progress) are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in a Wealth Management team under an established Advisor.
• Licensed as an Investment Representative (IR) or Registered Representative (RR) with CIRO.
• Must hold or working towards CFP designation.
• Additional designations such as CLU, FEA, CEPA and/or TEP are assets.
• Professional presentation and strong communication skills with clients.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with colleagues at all levels.
• MS Office skills and familiarity with wealth management software considered assets.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team to support client relationships and growth of a sustainable wealth management business.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive financial plans using Conquest software, tailoring recommendations for high-net-worth clients.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex planning needs such as holding companies, stock options, pension plans, retirement arrangements, charitable giving, and intergenerational wealth transfer.
• Support planning on retirement, tax and estate strategies, holding companies, stock options, charitable giving, and intergenerational wealth transfer.
• Service client accounts by processing and confirming transactions, executing trades, updating documentation, and ensuring accurate maintenance.
• Communicate with clients, respond to inquiries, provide market quotes, and support ongoing relationship management.
• Maintain account lists, prepare reports and statistics, and contribute to business development and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Wealth management experience

Client relationship building

Financial planning

MS Office

Independent working

Education

CIRO Investment Representative or Registered Representative license

CFP designation (in progress or completed)

CLU

FEA

CEPA

TEP

Experience with wealth management software (Conquest)

Tools

Dataphile

Maximizer

Conquest

netx360

Job description

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.

Salary Range:

$135,000 - $200,000

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.

Our Canadian operation, Canaccord Genuity Corp., is currently looking for an Associate Investment Advisor to join the MacInnes Group in our Oakville office. Led by William MacInnes, Senior Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager, the MacInnes Group focuses on supporting the wealth management needs of exceptionally accomplished entrepreneurs, private investors, and their families. This is a great opportunity for an Associate looking to grow and support a Wealth Management team in establishing and maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a team to support client relationships and the growth of a sustainable wealth management business.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive financial plans using Conquest software, tailoring recommendations to address the complex needs of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex planning needs such as holding companies, stock options, individual pension plans, retirement compensation arrangements, charitable giving, and intergenerational wealth transfer.
• Provide planning support on areas such as retirement, tax and estate strategies, holding companies, stock options, charitable giving, and intergenerational wealth transfer.
• Service client accounts by processing and confirming transactions, executing trade orders, updating account documentation, and ensuring accurate account maintenance.
• Communicate directly with clients, respond to inquiries, provide market quotes, and support ongoing relationship management.
• Maintain account lists, prepare reports and statistical information, and contribute to business development and marketing initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 5 to 8 years of experience working in a Wealth Management team under an established Advisor.
• Licensed as an Investment Representative (IR) or Registered Representative (RR) with the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), and a well-rounded knowledge of the securities industry.
• Must hold or working towards Certified Financial Professional (CFP) designation.
• Additional designations such as Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and/or Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) are asset.
• Professional presentation skills, including the ability to communicate investment concepts, financial planning ideas, and the team’s value proposition to high-net-worth clients and prospects.
• 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.
• Persistent and ambitious, with a commitment to high professional standards and meaningful goal achievement.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills: good working knowledge of MS Office programs.
• Experience with Dataphile, Maximizer, Conquest and netx360 would be an asset.

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:

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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.