Associate Investment Counsellor, Private Wealth

BMO; Burlington; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks an Investment Counsellor to manage client portfolios and enhance relationships through effective investment strategies. The role requires strong analytical, collaboration, and influencing skills, with a focus on high net worth individuals. Candidates should hold relevant experience and necessary certifications, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing investments and exceeding client expectations. Join BMO to help clients navigate their financial futures and contribute to impactful change.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plans

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Typically between 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• In-depth experience in discretionary money management for High Net Worth Individuals.
• Successful track record in business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients to retain and grow relationships.
• Evaluate client needs and create investment policy statements.
• Implement strategies for investment portfolios.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Influencing skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Registered Investment Counsellor (IC)

Portfolio Management (PM) certification

Job description

Manages a portfolio of clients to retain and grow the relationships. Evaluates client's personal and investment needs and creates an investment policy statement, asset allocation, investment portfolio, and financial plans. Implements client strategies through the management of investment portfolios and the ongoing evaluation of performance according to each client's investment policy statement. Drives new sales results through referrals and personal network. Works collaboratively in the branch and with regional teams to identify and make referrals.

• Supports the achievement of business development, revenue, referral, retention, and compliance targets.
• Manages less complex relationships and asset sizes.
• Applies investment management expertise to communicate and implement investment strategies to client's personal and financial situation.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Builds effective relationships with internal / external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
• Manages and continually enhances the client experience through strong relationship management.
• Performs sales and service support activities to meet client needs and maintain overall service levels.
• Identifies new business opportunities and acquires referrals from existing book of business.
• Implements business development strategies to acquire new business.
• Follows through on the risk and compliance processes and policies to ensure we safeguard our customers' assets, maintain their privacy, act in their best interests, and ensure an effectively run function.
• Protects the Bank's assets and complies with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements.
• Identifies and recommends ways to enhance the client experience.
• Focus is primarily on business / group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications :

• Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registered Investment Counsellor (IC) and / or Portfolio Management (PM) in the jurisdiction where operating.
• In-depth experience in discretionary money management for High Net Worth Individuals (HNW).
• In-depth business development experience with successful track record.
• Technical proficiency gained through education and / or business experience.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.

Grade : Job Category :

Salary :

54,500.00 - $101,500.00

Pay Type :

The salary range provided reflects BMO Financial group's compensation range for the grade band associated with this position.

Salary placement within the range outlined above is role-based and will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. These ranges were determined by a market-based compensation approach; we used data from trusted third-party compensation sources to set consistent, and competitive ranges. We regularly evaluate compensation, identify any changes in the market and adjust our ranges and existing employee compensation as needed.

Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group's expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO's comprehensive total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit : https : / / jobs.bmo.com / global / en / Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose : Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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