Investment Advisor Assistant, Wealth Management

CGC Canaccord Genuity Corp.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Canaccord Genuity Corp. is seeking a detail-oriented professional to join the Wealth Management team in Calgary. The role supports Investment Advisors in cultivating client relationships and ensuring accurate, compliant account administration.

The ideal candidate will have CIRO licensing or progress toward it, 2–3 years in securities, and strong communication and organizational skills. Proficiency with MS Office and interest in financial planning are assets.

Qualifications

• CIRO Licensed as an Investment Representative, or actively working toward designation.
• 2-3 years of related experience in securities industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines, take initiative and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with staff and clients at all levels.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Interest in Financial Planning and/or Insurance an asset.
• Experience with Dataphile, Envestnet, Salesforce and netx360 an asset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Investment Advisors to deliver an exceptional client experience and grow the practice.
• Work toward advancing to Associate Advisor and then Investment Advisor through involvement in business development.
• Anticipate client needs, deliver timely results, and manage administrative tasks.
• Assist Advisors with processing, execution, and confirmation of client transactions.
• Serve as a primary client contact for inquiries, quotes, and trading orders.
• Prepare and distribute reports, client lists, and relevant statistics.
• Process client documentation to ensure accurate accounts and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external providers for account administration.
• Support marketing efforts, campaigns, communications, and client engagement initiatives.
• Contribute to business development through client retention and referrals.
• Stay updated on policy, regulatory changes, and compliance.

Skills

CIRO Licensed

2-3 years experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadlines & multitask

Independent work

MS Office

Financial planning interest

Dataphile/Envestnet/Salesforce/netx360

Tools

Dataphile

Envestnet

Salesforce

netx360

Job description

About the Company and Role

Who we are: Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. Our success is built on deep sector expertise, strong relationships, and a commitment to delivering value across our business - for clients, colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions. We pride ourselves on understanding the people and markets we serve, and bringing thoughtful and innovative, solutions to our work. Our entrepreneurial and collaborative culture will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value great work and are looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make an impact through innovative ideas, sound judgement and industry leading best practices. Come be a part of our Canadian success story and help contribute to the work that drives our business forward.

At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodation throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. Our Canadian operation, Canaccord Genuity Corp., is currently looking for an energetic, detailed and organized individual to join our Wealth Management team in Calgary. The successful candidate’s role will support a Wealth Management team in establishing and maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with a team of Investment Advisors to deliver an exceptional client experience, strengthen existing client relationships, and contribute to the growth of the practice;
• Demonstrate a long-term commitment to a career in wealth management, with an interest in progressing toward an Associate Advisor and ultimately an Investment Advisor role through active involvement in business development and client relationship management;
• Demonstrate a proactive, client-focused approach by anticipating needs, delivering timely and accurate results, and independently managing administrative and operational responsibilities;
• Assist Investment Advisors with the processing, execution, and confirmation of client transactions and trading activities;
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by responding to inquiries, providing quotes, executing trading orders, and delivering exceptional service;
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute regular and ad hoc reports, account lists, statistical information, and other business-related reporting;
• Process, review, and follow up on client documentation to ensure accurate account maintenance and compliance requirements are met;
• Liaise with internal departments and external service providers to facilitate account administration, documentation processing, and operational requests;
• Provide marketing support to Advisors, including coordinating digital marketing campaigns, preparing and distributing mass client communications (electronic and mail), maintaining marketing materials, and supporting client engagement initiatives;
• Support business development initiatives through client retention, referral generation, marketing activities, and relationship building efforts;
• Remain current on company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and compliance updates;
• Perform other administrative and operational duties as assigned;

Skills & Qualifications

• CIRO Licensed as an Investment Representative, or actively working toward obtaining the designation;
• 2-3 years of related experience, with a well-rounded knowledge and interest in the securities industry;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail;
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, take initiatives and multi-task;
• Ability to work independently, and effectively with employees and clients at all levels;
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills: good working knowledge of MS Office programs;
• An interest in Financial Planning and/or Insurance would be an asset;
• Experience with Dataphile, Envestnet, Salesforce and netx360 would be an asset;

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All applications will be held in strict confidence. In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions.

No phone calls please. Thank you for your understanding.

About the Company (continued)

Through its principal subsidiaries, Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. (“Company”) is a leading independent, full-services financial firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets Since its establishment in 1950, the Company has been driven by an unwavering commitment to building lasting client relationships. We achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional and corporate clients through comprehensive investment solutions, brokerage services and investment banking services. The Company has Wealth Management offices located in Canada, the UK, Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man and Australia. Canaccord Genuity, the international capital markets division, operates in North America, UK & Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East.