Location: This position will be based out of our Calgary office.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.*Investment Executive 2024 Brokerage Report Card.The opportunity:Reporting to Senior Wealth Advisors/Senior Portfolio Managers, the Investment Associate plays an integral role in managing client relationships and delivering superior investment management and services to the team's high and ultra-high-net-worth clients.Key responsibilities include:Managing and maintaining client relationships for team's top clients.Working closely with the Senior Wealth Advisors/Senior Portfolio Managers to deliver wealth management services.Responding to client inquiries and providing timely and accurate information.Preparing and coordinating client meetings, including agendas, presentations, meeting materials, and follow-ups.Attending client meetings, as requested.Proactively managing and maintaining client relationships with rising generation clients.Supervise Associates in the preparation of quarterly client reports.Working closely with the Senior Tax Advisor, Wealth Planning to deliver wealth management services, including tax reporting, interest calculations, and family trust administration.Training new Associates, and providing ongoing guidance, direction and mentorship to Associate team members in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.Collaborate with the team on various investment and operational projects and take proactive steps to improve operational policies, processes and practices to deliver exceptional service to clients.Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of best practices and process improvements.Collaborate with internal teams, including investment, compliance, and operations, to deliver comprehensive wealth management solutions.Stay up to date on firm and industry administrative and compliance policies and procedures and keep staff informed.Establish and maintain Relationship Management policies and procedures manual.Maintain up-to-date client records and documentation.Utilize CRM tool (Maximizer) to efficiently manage tasks and maintain client documentation.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and maintain exemplary client files.Perform other duties and projects, as assigned.The ideal candidate will possess:A minimum of 5 years' experience in wealth management in a client facing role.A bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, economics or a related field of study.RR licensed and current registration in good standing (RR preferred, but will consider IR with enrollment to become RR licensed).Enrollment or completion of WME designation.Professional designation of CFP, PFP is an asset.Life and A&S Insurance licensed is an asset.Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, advanced wealth management strategies and financial planning.Working knowledge of personal, family trust and corporate taxation for financial planning, investment management, and risk management solutions for inter-generational wealth transfer.In-depth knowledge of investment industry rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.An ability to be detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.An ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills and exhibits a high level of professionalism.Strong organization skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and financial software applications.Conditions of employment:Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.A background check, satisfactory to the employer, may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment.Wellington-Altus Private Wealth 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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