ScotiaMcLeod Administrative Associate - Vancouver

Scotiabank; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation & Benefits

Pension Plan

Employee Stock Plan

Learning & Development

Job summary

ScotiaMcLeod, a cornerstone of Scotia Wealth Management®, is seeking an Administrative Associate to support one or more Wealth Advisors with high-level client service and day-to-day trading of their business.

You will handle client administration, process trades as directed, coordinate marketing materials and events, and help track targets and financial plans, within a collaborative, service-driven team.

Qualifications

• Experience in the securities industry.
• Approval as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative processes and client escalations for Wealth Advisors.
• Enter client trades and review portfolios with the advisor.
• Respond to client inquiries and complete transactions promptly.
• Coordinate marketing materials, events and seminars for opportunities to increase assets.
• Produce tracking reports for Advisor targets and financial plans.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

CIRO Investment Representative (IR) approval

Job description

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Requisition ID: 268388

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.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

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;
  
  
  • by supporting the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs
  
  
  • by responding to client inquiries, resolving issues and effecting 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.

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Location(s): Canada : British Columbia : Vancouver
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: \"for every future\", we help our customers, their families and our 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.

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