Financial Advisor Edmonton

Scotiabank; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Pension plan

Employee share ownership plan

Scotia Academy

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Financial Consultant Early Career to support MD clients across Canada, developing comprehensive financial plans and investment strategies. You will work with MD's Specialist Advisors to identify opportunities, grow the client base, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will partner with MD Management's programs, conduct seminars, and travel within the established circuit to expand client relationships and meet regional targets.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma or 4 years of related experience.
• CIRO license and completion of Canadian regulatory exams (CIRE, RSE).
• Life/Group annuity licensing where required; RR Dealer Member Training may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Deepen client relationships and leverage bank relationships.
• Prepare and execute quarterly business plans to meet targets.
• Prospect and grow the client base with comprehensive financial plans.
• Provide input on products and services and travel within the circuit.

Skills

Client focus

Sales experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or diploma

CIRO-RR licensing (CIRE/RSE)

LLQP where applicable

Job description

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Financial Consultant Early Career contributes to the overall success of MD Financial Consultant in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team's business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. Reporting to the Regional Manager, as a Financial Consultant, you will assist MD clients and their families in achieving their personal financial goals. Working as a partner with MD's Specialist Advisors, you will leverage your years of experience and strong client focus to prepare comprehensive financial plans and specific investment strategies for clients. You will identify and develop new opportunities to prospect and grow the client base, while ensuring retention of clients through strong relationship building and the development of comprehensive financial plans.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Champion a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge
• Prepare and execute quarterly business plans to aid in the meeting of individual, regional and corporate targets
• Actively participate in prospecting
• Complete financial planning in the areas of risk management, estate planning, liability management, cashflow/budgeting, education funding, tax, retirement planning, investment management, practice management and goal setting
• Prepare comprehensive financial plans and specific investment strategies based on MD Management developed and managed optimal portfolio range
• Understand and comply with all industry regulations and MD's program and process requirements
• Conduct financial planning seminars and information meetings throughout the region to inform clients about new strategies, legislative changes and MD Management's programs
• Increase visibility of products and services through contact with centers of influence
• Keep current on issues affecting the financial affairs of clients, including a general knowledge of income tax, investment trends and products, as well as any other issues impacting clients
• Provide input to marketing and management concerning potential new products and services
• Travel within established travel circuit

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? - We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Relevant degree or diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution or four years of relevant experience
• CIRO licensed as a Registered Representative (CIRO-RR) including completion of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Exam (CIRE), Retail Securities (RSE)
• Completion of the Group Annuity Sector (PQPAV) (Quebec offices only); Life License (LLQP) (all other provinces), and the willingness to complete other regulatory requirements including RR Dealer Member Training and Conduct Training Course
• Previous lending experience will be considered an asset
• Strong working knowledge of Financial Planning
• Good product knowledge
• A demonstrated track record of above average sales in a financial services or related environment
• 2+ years financial planning experience within the financial services industry
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits package including annual incentive plans, time off entitlements, Pension Plan, Employee Share Ownership Plan and favourable employee rates for employee banking
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities- for you and our clients
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success
• Learning and Development - free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

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MD Financial Management includes MD Financial Management Inc., MD Management Limited, MD Life Insurance Company and Scotia Wealth Insurance Services.