Investment Advisor

Iaawg; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Vacation and wellness days

Telemedicine

Employee and family assistance program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Private Wealth Inc. is seeking an Investment Advisor to serve clients across Canada, building personalized wealth plans and implementing investment strategies through our virtual and hybrid channels.

You will identify insurance needs, grow a client book, and collaborate with partners to deliver comprehensive financial solutions while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in investment advisory, wealth management, financial planning or similar role.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with a strong sales track record.
• Ability to meet deadlines and comply with industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert wealth planning and customized investment strategies for a diverse client base.
• Develop and implement personalized financial plans, delivering sound investment advice.
• Assess clients' insurance needs and recommend suitable products.
• Engage with clients to understand goals and craft tailored solutions.
• Execute client trades accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

Investment advisory

Wealth management

Financial planning

Relationship management

Sales targets

Education

Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

Conduct & Practices Handbook (CPH)

Wealth Management Essentials (WME)

Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP)

CIRO licensing (IR/RR)

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Job Description Investment Advisor

Build The Future With Us

The iA Wealth Advice Centre at iA Private Wealth takes a personalized and comprehensive approach to wealth planning, investment management, and protection for clients.

Operating primarily through virtual and digital channels, our team is dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals with expert advice and exceptional service.

Serving clients across Canada, we prioritize client relationships, professional solutions, and team excellence, leveraging our strong history in wealth management for continued success.

Join us for a fulfilling career where engagement and satisfaction are paramount.

What You'll Accomplish With us

In this role, you will serve as a trusted financial partner, offering expert wealth planning and customized investment strategies to a diverse client base.

Your primary focus will be on developing and implementing personalized financial plans, delivering sound investment advice, and assessing clients' insurance needs to recommend suitable products for their financial protection.

Emphasizing relationship management, you will engage with clients to understand their unique financial goals and craft tailored solutions, including comprehensive insurance strategies.

By leveraging our virtual and digital channels, you will provide exceptional service, foster strong client relationships, and drive business growth through proactive engagement.

Join our dynamic team to embark on a rewarding career journey and contribute to the growth and success of our clients and firm.

What could accelerate your success in this role

• Proactively build and grow a book of clients through service-oriented sales strategies to achieve business development goals, including identifying and addressing insurance needs.
• Cultivate long-term client relationships by gaining insight into their financial goals and providing tailored financial advice, incorporating comprehensive insurance solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through assets consolidation, addressing insurance needs and facilitating referrals.
• Develop holistic financial plans that integrate investment and insurance strategies based on clients’ individual circumstances and goals.
• Ensure accuracy and up-to-date information in client accounts and documentation.
• Execute client trade accurately and in a timely manner.
• Stay up to date with regulatory rules and changes in the investment and insurance industry.
• Stay informed about market trends and economic developments that may impact client portfolios.
• Lead team discussions on industry changes, internal changes and product knowledge.
• Follow up with clients on missing documentation required.
• Maintain client files and information on the appropriate systems.
• Document all client interactions and transactions accurately.
• Respond promptly and effectively to client inquiries and requests.
• Resolve issues and process client transactions expediently and accurately, escalating issues to the Director when necessary.
• Understand required documentation for all client account types.
• Ensure compliance of team policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with business partners and independent advisors to enhance client service and offerings.

Qualifications

5 years of experience in investment advisory, wealth management, financial planning or similar role. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Pleasant telephone manner and an ability to keep client conversations on track. Strong knowledge of financial products, investment strategies and market trends. Working knowledge of investment and retirement planning to meet the needs of clients. Strong sales record. Strong organizational skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently. Ability to meet deadlines and targets. Strong understanding of industry and firm compliance regulations.

Education and Accreditations

• Canadian Securities Course (CSC) completed
• Conduct & Practices Handbook course (CPH) completed
• Wealth Management Essentials course (WME) completed or enrolled
• Life Licence Qualification Program course (LLQP) completed (asset)
• Preference will be given to applicants that are already licensed with CIRO as Investment Representative (IR) or Registered Representative (RR).
• Preference will be given to applicants with the following designation, CLU®, F.Pl., PFP®, QAFP® and/or CFP® designations
• Bilingual [French/English] is an asset

Why you’ll love 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!

Compensation & Location

The base salary for this role ranges between $75, 000 - $90, 000 annually.

Location(s) Toronto / 26 Wellington Street East Other Possible Location(s) Vancouver / 988 Broadway West

Company iA Private Wealth Inc. Posting End Date 2026-09-30

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model.

As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.