Investment Advisor Assistant

Research Capital Corporation; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Capital Corporation in Vancouver is seeking an Investment Advisor Assistant to support daily administrative needs of an IA in our branch. You will leverage your education in finance and your knowledge of the Canadian market to handle client inquiries, schedule and prepare for appointments, and ensure smooth processing of accounts and trades.

The ideal candidate will be organized, discreet, able to work under deadlines, and possess a Canadian Securities Course or be in progress.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in a finance related discipline
• Three (3) years of experience in a financial setting is preferred
• CIRO licensing is required
• Canadian Securities Course (or in progress) might be part of qualification

Responsibilities

• Assist IA in preparing for client appointments
• Respond to client inquiries on administrative questions
• Provide market information or quotes to clients
• Follow up with prospective clients and clients on active inquiries
• Communicate effectively with the advisors you support
• Manage incoming/outbound client phone calls
• Ensure client accounts are processed accurately including account opening/closing and transfers
• Communicate with head office associates on compliance and operations matters
• Process trades and other transactions
• Maintain a current understanding of the regulatory landscape

Skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Organized

Discreet

Problem solving

Can-do attitude

Education

Finance-related degree or diploma

CIRO licensing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Investment Advisor (IA) Assistant for our Vancouver office. Drawing on your background and/or education in the financial services industry, you will use your knowledge of the Canadian market to support the daily administration needs of an IA in this branch. You have polished organizational skills and are self-motivated with an excellent, "can-do" work ethic.

This is an immediate hire position and therefore only candidates already domiciled in the Greater Vancouver Area and legally able to work in Canada will be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist IA in preparing for client appointments
• Respond to client inquiries on administrative questions
• Provide market information or quotes to clients
• Follow up with prospective clients and clients on active inquiries
• Communicate effectively with the advisors you support
• Manage incoming/outbound client phone calls
• Ensure client accounts are processed accurately including account opening/closing and transfers
• Communicate with head office associates on compliance and operations matters
• Process trades and other transactions
• Maintain a current understanding of the regulatory landscape

Your Skills:

• Work well individually and as part of a team
• Skilled in Microsoft Office 10
• Quick learner adept to grasping new technologies and processes
• Organized, focused and capable of working under tight deadlines
• Discreet and experienced in handling confidential client information
• Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course (or in the process of completion)
• Keen problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly on your feet

Your Qualifications:

• University degree or college diploma in a finance related discipline
• Three (3) years of experience in a financial setting is preferred
• CIRO licensing is required

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

About Research Capital Corporation

In 1921, Research Capital Corporation was formed into what is today one of Canada's largest, independent, full-service investment firms. From the pre-boom markets of the early 20s through the crash of '29, Research Capital Corporation has demonstrated that our innovative, entrepreneurial formula has created a successful model for brokers in the industry, weathering even the most challenging market conditions.