ScotiaMcLeod Administrative Associate - Brandon Branch

Scotiabank; Brandon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits package

Annual incentive plans

Pension Plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Favourable employee rates for banking

Access to Scotia Academy for skills development

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking an Administrative Associate at its ScotiaMcLeod Brandon Branch to ensure high-level client service through effective administration and day-to-day trading. Responsibilities include managing client inquiries, supporting wealth advisors, and providing marketing assistance. Ideal candidates will have experience in the securities industry, strong communication and organizational skills, and exceptional client service abilities. The role offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the securities industry.
• Approval as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and time management.
• Exceptional client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective client administration and manage administrative processes.
• Demonstrate high levels of client service to deepen relationships.
• Support advisor in portfolio reviews and client trades.
• Respond to client inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Provide marketing assistance coordinating materials and events.
• Manage tracking reports for Wealth Advisors.
• Collaborate effectively across departmental contacts.

Skills

Experience in the securities industry

Investment Representative approval with CIRO

Excellent verbal and written communication

Strong organizational skills

Ability to take initiative and meet deadlines

Meticulous attention to detail

Exceptional client service skills

Job description

Title: ScotiaMcLeod Administrative Associate - Brandon Branch

Requisition ID: 260386

Employee Referral Program – Potential Reward: $0.00

ScotiaMcLeod, a cornerstone of Scotia Wealth Management®, is a full-service wealth management firm with a proud history dating back to 1921. Known for service excellence, trusted advice, and a collaborative culture, we’re committed to helping clients grow and protect their wealth by understanding their complete financial picture—life, family, business, and future.

Our signature Enriched Thinking® approach brings together investment, wealth planning, and advisory specialists to deliver truly personalized solutions. You’ll be supported by an innovative, team‑based environment that values integrity, client focus, and continuous growth.

At ScotiaMcLeod, you’re not just building a career—you’re joining a firm where ideas spark, collaboration thrives, and you’re empowered to reach your full potential while making a real impact in your clients' lives.

As an Administrative Associate you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of one or more Wealth Advisors by ensuring a high level of client service achieved by effective administration and day‑to‑day trading of their business.

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:

• Ensure effective client administration by managing all administrative processes and escalations requiring investigation.
• Consistently demonstrate high levels of client service to deepen relationships.
• Support the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios, including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs.
• Respond to client inquiries, resolve issues and effect client transactions in a timely and responsive manner.
• Provide marketing assistance by coordinating materials, events, and seminars to increase/identify opportunities to increase assets and/or revenue.
• Support the growth of the business by managing tracking reports for Wealth Advisor to review targets, recommendations, and financial plans/concepts.
• Build effective working relationships across various departmental and business line contacts by actively collaborating and sharing knowledge and experience.

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS

We would love to work with you if you have:

• Experience in the securities industry.
• Approval as an Investment Representative (IR) with the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO).
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
• Exceptional client service skills, providing a professional and respectful experience.

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.

Location(s): Canada : Manitoba : Brandon

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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.