Location: This position will be based out of our Toronto Office, 10 Alcorn Ave. Suite 300, Toronto ON.
Our organization: Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus) is the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.—the top-rated investment dealer in Canada and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. With more than $35 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers and their high-net-worth clients.
The Team: The Bellotti Private Wealth provides forward-thinking solutions; our solutions are tailored to your unique situation to bring you peace of mind, now and for the future.
The opportunity: Reporting to the Investment Advisors, the Investment Associate will participate in a broad range of client service, administrative, and operational projects and tasks to support the efficient and successful operations of the team. The incumbent will act as a resource person for clients and assist Investment Advisors with tasks and transaction processing related to managing client accounts.
Key responsibilities include: Acting as a general administrative and operational resource for the Advisors (e.g., printing statements, tax slips).Performing general administrative tasks (e.g., preparing letters and client communication pieces).Assisting in preparing Advisors for client meetings, including preparation of account opening documentation, product research, completing e-applications for insurance.Proactively staying informed and up to date regarding Company policies and procedures and compliance updates.Account opening, updating, and processing (converting RRSP to RRIF, setting up RRIF payments, estates, beneficiary updates, etc.).Processing unsolicited trades and providing quotes.Committing to rigorous follow-up relating to all client transactions to ensure proper processing and minimize errors.Assisting licensed professionals in managing client relationships by responding to inquiries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining client records.Serving as a point of contact for clients and ensuring their needs are addressed promptly and effectively.Acting as a liaison between clients and licensed professionals, conveying messages and coordinating follow-up actions.Acting as a resource person for clients (i.e., generating specialized reports, questions about specific products, etc.).Managing and overseeing complex tasks and maintaining key client relationships to ensure high-quality service and successful project outcomes.Working with lead Advisors to develop and distribute client communication and marketing pieces, including social media and client events.Performing other duties as assigned.The ideal candidate will possess: A diploma in business administration, accounting, finance, or a similar field of study.A minimum of one year of industry experience, preferably in an administrative or operational capacity.Financial account management and experience using QuickBooks is an asset.IIROC licensing requirements, including completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and the Conduct and Practices Handbook Course (CPH) as well as active registration as an Investment Representative (IR) or Registered Representative (RR) with Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO).Experience in the Insurance industry is an asset.Completion of LLQP is an asset.Proficiency with the MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.A high tolerance for ambiguity; highly adaptive and able to manage a large volume of competing priorities.Strong critical thinking and written and verbal communication skills.An ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.Demonstrate a high level of accountability, reliability, adaptability, and innovation in accomplishing day-to-day work and long-term goals.Commitment to ethical conduct and integrity in all client interactions.Strong organizational skills with the ability to proactively organize and manage a high volume of time-sensitive work.Exceptional organizational skills with excellent attention to detail to ensure financial and regulatory requirements are always adhered to.A customer-focused attitude, with a commitment to providing extraordinary service to high-net-worth clients.Conditions of employment: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.Active registration as an Investment Representative (IR) or Registered Representative (RR) with Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO).A background check, satisfactory to the employer, may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment.Wellington-Altus is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.
If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application.
To apply: Click the Apply For This Job button to submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. More information about working at Wellington-Altus can be found on our website at www.wellington-altus.com.
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