Investment Counsellor - Winnipeg, Canada - Value Partners Investments

Value Partners Investments

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Company Description

Reporting to the Lead Investment Counsellor, the primary focus of the Investment Counsellor is to serve as trusted advisor for VPIC High-Net-Worth families, prospective clients, and advisors who have referred clients to our platform.

The Investment Counsellor is adept at developing trusted, long-term relationships, partners directly with referring advisors to deliver on an established shared-services agreement and provides an exceptional client experience to VPIC families who have entrusted us with their wealth.

The Investment Counsellor delivers a holistic investment and wealth planning experience by building and managing tailored portfolios and determining appropriate asset mix, allocations, and investment policies based on VPIC mandates, models, and guidance from the Asset Allocation Committee.

Additionally, the Investment Counsellor provides economic, market, and portfolio performance reviews with clients on a regular basis and ensures ongoing exchange of information takes place as it relates to the client's total financial picture.

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Establish Investment Policy Statements, Client Onboarding & Portfolio Implementation (30%)

Deliver a holistic investment and wealth planning experience by considering a client's financial plan, client profile and objectives to establish an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) that is suitable for the overall client situation.
Make recommendation(s) for the client portfolio, taking into consideration all VPIC investment options, Asset Allocation Committee recommendations and models market, and macroeconomic conditions.
Design and oversee the implementation of a transition plan from a client's existing portfolio to the recommended portfolio, taking into considerations existing holdings and tax.
Collaborate with Client Service, Operations, and Compliance Teams to ensure the client onboarding process is completed seamlessly, accounts are opened, and assets transferred in an efficient and timely manner.
Work closely with the Trading Team to ensure transition plans are executed and portfolio recommendations are implemented in an efficient and timely manner.

Portfolio Management and Investment Analysis (30%)

Monitor existing client portfolios, manage cash balances, rebalancing, and adjusting accounts and allocations as necessary, based on client considerations and VPIC models.
Maintain and ensure client profiles are in good order working with Compliance, Client Service and Operations Teams to keep Know-YourClient (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering, and client meeting notes up to date.
Provide analysis, advice, and ongoing coverage on nonmodel securities.
Participate in the Asset Allocation Committee to establish consensus outlooks, define and monitor model portfolios, determine cash deployment strategies, and assess whether new investment options are needed.

Client and Advisor Relationship Management & Business Development (30%)

Regularly meet with existing clients to deliver high quality portfolio reviews and investment updates consistent with the VPIC service model and communication philosophy.
Collaborate with other Investment Counsellors, Associates, Analysts and Referring Advisors to deliver second opinions on outside investment portfolios, craft investment proposals and present to prospects.
Conduct regular review meetings with referral advisors to ensure all client accounts are in good order and the shared service model is being delivered effectively.
Assist the Lead Investment Counsellor to cultivate and grow the VPIC direct client and referral networks.

Other Duties as Assigned (10%)

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

University degree in Finance, Economics, or related discipline
A minimum of one: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) or Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) designations in good standing
Licensed as or eligible to become licensed as an Associate Advising Representative (AAR) or Advising Representative (AR) with the Manitoba Securities Commission immediately
Investment management experience working with highnetworth and/or financial planning experience an asset

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of asset classes, investment vehicles, portfolio management and investment principles, best practices, and emerging trends
Extensive understanding of Risk, Trading and Portfolio Management systems and tools
Technical fluency with the ability to learn and adapt to new technology effectively
Advanced proficiency in

Microsoft Office:
Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams

Skills & Abilities

Advanced relationship management skills with the ability to build collaborative working relationships based on mutual trust
Superior communication skills and ability to articulate complex scenarios clearly and succinctly
Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and work in a highperforming cult