Associate Investment Advisor

Richardson GMP Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian wealth management firm seeks an Associate Investment Advisor in Toronto. In this role, you will support investment strategies, client services, and business development. Ideal candidates will have a strong financial background, excellent communication skills, and a CIRO license.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in the financial services industry.
• Excellent understanding of financial products.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support Investment Advisors in managing portfolios and business development.
• Prepare investment proposals and manage client communication.
• Identify business development opportunities to increase revenue.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Problem Solving

Client Service

Relationship Building

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business/Economics

Postgraduate degree in Business/Economics

Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH)

Wealth Management Essentials (WME)

Job description

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 licensed with the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) as a Registered Representative to join our team in the Toronto office. As an Associate Investment Advisor, the incumbent will contribute to growing the business by working closely with the Investment Advisor(s) to help manage their portfolios, develop new business, and ensure a high level of client service.

Duties and Responsibilities
Investment Advisor Support:
• Prepare investment policy statements, portfolio evaluations, financial plans, retirement projections, client commentaries/reviews and investment proposals
• Manage the execution of New Issue recommendations and transactions on behalf of the Advisor
• Assist in research, analysis, asset mix decisions, and investment product selection with an anticipatory mindset
• Implement changes to portfolios by trading equity, fixed income and money market securities

Business Development:
• Identify new business development opportunities to gather additional assets and/or increase revenue through client prospecting, acquisition and COI networking
• Identify opportunities to gather additional assets and/or increase revenue within the existing client base such as referrals, consolidation of assets, insurance, etc.

Client Service:
• Deliver a superior client experience in assisting clients with day to day requests and ongoing proactive service calls
• Assist with regular client communication such as websites, newsletters, and client events
• Adhere to all firm and regulatory policies by remaining up to date with all the regulatory rules and trading activities as it relates to a client’s account and ensuring that any client interaction is accurately documented

Qualifications
• At least 5 years’ experience in the financial services industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organization and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and problem-solve
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Understanding of industry and firm compliance regulations and knowledge of back office procedures
• Excellent understanding of financial products (Equities, fixed Income, mutual funds, preferred shares, options etc.)
• The ability to build relationships within a sales and entrepreneurial environment
• A strong understanding of accounting and financial analysis principles as well as modeling skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and programs
• An undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in Business/Economics or related field
• Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH) and Wealth Management Essentials (WME)
• Licensed with Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) as Registered Representative

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Why Apply:

Our firm is only as good as the people who work here. Our employees are exceptional because they combine in-depth expertise with enthusiasm, and empathy. From our front office talent to our colleagues behind the scenes, we have one focus: to ensure our people thrive here more than anywhere else. Are you innovative, self-driven, and client-centric?

If so, we’re ready to invest in you.

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. We are a proud partner of Pride at Work Canada.