Investment Associate - Calgary, Canada - BMO Financial Group

BMO Financial Group

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

525 8th Avenue SW Calgary Alberta,T2P 1G1

The Investment Associate role supports the Investment Advisory team's sales and service objectives by providing administrative assistance to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Works collaboratively within the branch and with business partners.

Identifies gaps, issues and best practices through monitoring of sales and service performance targets against plans.
Contributes to the Investment Advisor's business objectives by building and maintaining client relationships through client acquisition both from internal within existing book of business i.e. referrals and external sources through marketing initiatives.
Coordinates marketing activities on behalf of the Investment Advisor.
Expands the business growth potential of the branch and team through telemarketing and outbound calls as required.
Provides information about products and services offered.
Determines appropriate communication/service regarding all aspects of investing.
Keeps current with investment services marketplace, products and services offered and the legal and regulatory environment for the industry.
Coordinates and executes specific activities for the implementation of strategic initiatives; includes tracking metrics and milestones.
Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
Gathers and formats data into regular and adhoc reports, and dashboards.
Prepares and vets client / prospect calls lists; tracks progress as required.
Maintains and organizes client database.
Support sales and service objectives by delivering service to the team's clients (e.g. preparing and maintaining client documentation, administering and maintaining client account files, preparing photocopies, documents, and presentations) to meet or exceed client needs.
Organizes work and information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Projects a professional and consistent image by adhering to organization's brand, corporate identity, and standards.
Follows through on the risk and compliance processes and policies to ensure we safeguard our customers' assets, maintain their privacy, act in their best interests, and ensure an effectively run branch.
Protects the Bank's assets and complies with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements.
Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees.
Analyzes issues and determines next steps.

Qualifications:

Typically between 5 years of relevant experience and postsecondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course & Conduct and Practices Handbook. Current registration as Registered Representative (RR) is required.
Advanced knowledge of investment process and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of administrative process and procedures as contained in Sales Administration Manual.
Advance knowledge of proprietary products and services in order to identify potential products and services to client needs and advising IA(s).
Knowledge of compliance practices and regulations.
Knowledge of Insurance and group products.
Knowledge of Trust and Estate services.
Knowledge of Financial/Retirement planning. Professional Financial Planning (PFP) course must be completed upon hire.
10 hours compliance and 20 hours of professional development or product knowledge training over a 2 year cycle to meet mandatory Continuing Education Program requirements.
Specialized knowledge.
Verbal & written communication skills
Good.

Organization skills

Good.
Collaboration & team skills
Good.
Analytical and problem solving skills
Good.

We're here to help
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact.

We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers.

We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs.

From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.