Head of Tax & Estate Planning

Iaawg; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a Head of Tax and Estate Planning. This pivotal role requires a deep understanding of tax laws and estate planning strategies to support financial advisors and their clients. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience in a leadership position and excels in communication and client relationship management. The firm offers a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible group insurance

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Employee and family assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in tax and estate planning.
• Proficiency in French is a huge asset.
• Ability to travel across Canada.

Responsibilities

• Partner with advisors for tax-efficient investing and estate planning.
• Develop advisor-friendly tools for client conversations.
• Translate tax legislation into advisor insights.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of tax laws

Excellent communication skills

Leadership and management abilities

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or related field

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFP, JD)

Job description

Job Title

Head of Tax and Estate Planning (Tax Specialist, Advanced Financial &Tax Solutions)

Build the future with us

The Head of Tax and Estate Planning will be a key member of the distribution leadership team, responsible for equipping financial advisors with advanced tax and estate planning strategies they need to deepen client relationships, retain assets, and attract new business. This role bridges technical expertise with advisor engagement overseeing and managing all aspects of tax and estate planning services for our clients. This role requires a deep understanding of tax laws, estate planning strategies, and financial planning principles.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Head of Tax and Estate Planning, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

Advisor Engagement and Business Development

• Partner with our affiliate advisors to uncover opportunities for tax-efficient investing, estate planning, and wealth transfer to help drive business growth.
• Provide case consultation with affiliates working with high-net-worth families, business owners and retirees.
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations positioning the firm as a trusted thought leader in wealth planning.

Education and Enablement

• Develop advisor-friendly tools, that simplify complex tax and estate strategies into actionable client conversations.
• Train sales teams and advisors on how to position our products within a broader planning framework (retirement income, charitable giving, business succession, trusts etc).

Thought Leadership

• Translate evolving tax legislation and estate trends into advisor focused insights.
• Collaborate with marketing to create white papers, client brochures, and digital content.
• Represent iA Clarington as an industry expert to enhance brand credibility.

Collaboration

• Work closely with portfolio managers, wholesalers, and product teams to align tax and estate planning narratives with investment solutions.
• Partner with distribution leadership to design campaigns.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFP, JD) is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in tax and estate planning, with a proven track record of success in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of tax laws, estate planning strategies, and financial planning principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proven leadership and management abilities, with experience in training and mentoring staff.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• Proficiency in French is a huge asset.
• Ability to travel across Canada.

Why you’ll enjoy working with us:

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence.
• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed.
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.
• Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!