Associate Portfolio Manager

RBC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment counselling firm based in Vancouver seeks an Associate Portfolio Manager to enhance client portfolios and support investment counselling functions. The ideal candidate holds a University Degree in Economics or Business, along with CFA designation, and has a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $105,000 and a robust bonus program, with opportunities for career progression in a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Robust discretionary bonus program

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years portfolio management experience.
• Minimum 5 years investment industry experience.
• Strong individual contributor and team player.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve client inquiries.
• Attend client meetings, including prospect reviews.
• Assist in managing client portfolios for optimal performance.

Skills

Client Counseling

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Interpersonal Relationship Management

Interpersonal Relationships

Investment Management

Education

University Degree in Economics or Business

CFA Designation

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

RBC PH&N Investment Counsel (“RBC PH&N IC”) is one of Canada’s leading boutique investment counselling firms with investment professionals nationwide acting exclusively for high-net-worth clients and small business owners. We provide clients with discretionary investment management and privileged access to the expertise of our RBC Wealth Management Services team which includes highly accredited lawyers, accountants, and financial planning specialists.

As an Associate Portfolio Manager, you are a key member of a professional team charged with building and managing a high performance investment counselling franchise, the Associate works with experienced Investment Counsellors to construct customised investment strategies for high net worth individuals, trust, and charitable foundations.

What will you do?

• Proactively identify, investigate and resolve client inquiries and provide the Investment Counsellors with recommendations for resolution for complex situations
• Attend client meetings as required, including prospect and annual review meetings
• Proactively maintain timely written, verbal and electronic communication with other support groups internally and with external contacts
• Assist in implementing action plans and proactively manage client portfolios to ensure best performance and service results for every client portfolio
• Assist in monitoring and rebalancing portfolios to ensure they are managed consistently with current Investment Policy Statements and portfolio risk management strategies and policies
• Contribute to meeting team objectives by retaining and growing the team’s high net worth customers
• As an APM, you would assist in developing a profile for each client which would include next steps to increase and solidify the relationship
• You will input trades where required, address compliance requirements and assist with ensuring all account documentation is completed

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• University Degree in a related field (Economics and/or Business)
• CFA Designation ( Chartered Financial Analyst )
• Minimum 3 years portfolio management experience
• Minimum 5 years investment industry experience
• Strong individual contributor and great team player/support

Nice-to-have

• CFP Designation ( Certified Financial Planner )
• Marketing / Sales Background
• Demonstrated presentation skills
• Fluency in English and French

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• Challenging work
• Variety of assignments
• Financial strength and a strong brand
• Prestige
• Management that supports your work and progression

The expected salary range for this particular position is $70,000 - $105,000 depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC’s robust discretionary bonus program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Client Counseling, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Interpersonal Relationships, Investment Banking, Investment Consulting, Investment Management, Private Banking, Product Services

Additional Job Details

Address: VANCOUVER MAIN BRANCH (B), 1055 GEORGIA ST W:VANCOUVER

City: Vancouver

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-12-12

Application Deadline: 2025-12-31

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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