Associate - Markham, Canada - Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.

Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Associate

Location:
This position will be located in our Markham 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., Wellington-Altus Asset Management Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.—the top-rated* wealth advisory company in Canada and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.

With more than $25 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 2023 Brokerage Report Card._

The Team:

At Garriock, Manning & Associates, we specialize in empowering individuals to make sound financial decisions, enhancing their quality of life.

With a commitment to providing clarity and confidence about the future, our personalized solutions are tailored to each individual's unique circumstances.

Our goal is to bring peace of mind, both now and for the future, ensuring our clients are well-prepared for what lies ahead.

The opportunity:

Reporting to the Wealth Advisor, the Associate will participate in a broad range of administrative and operational projects and tasks to support the efficient and successful operations of the team.

The Associate will act as a resource person for clients and assist Advisors on the team with administrative tasks, transaction processing, and account-related activities.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting in preparing advisors for client meetings, including preparation of account opening documentation, product research, etc.
Account processing (converting registered accounts, setting up account payments, RIF, SWP, estate settlements, beneficiary updates, etc.).
Processing a variety of transactions (ex: issuing cheques, deposits, contributions and withdrawals, incoming and outgoing transfers).
Processing unsolicited trades and providing quotes.
Taking the lead on team or client projects.
Researching industry related information from a variety of sources as requested by Advisor.
Keeping abreast of policy and procedure changes within the firm and industry.
Staying committed to rigorous follow up relating to all client transactions to ensure proper processing.
Maintaining client files, ensuring that all documentation and notes are compliant with industry regulations.
Acting as a resource person for clients (ex: generating specialized reports, questions about specific products).
A commitment to fulfilling Continuing Education requirements.
Performing other duties as assigned.
A diploma in business administration, accounting, finance, or similar field of study.
A minimum of three years' industry experience, preferably in an administrative or operational capacity.
A high degree of attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills.
Registration as an IR or RR with IIROC is considered an asset.
A professional designation such as PFP or CFP is considered an asset.
Completion of the LLQP is considered an asset.
Proficiency with DocuSign, Adobe, Excel, SharePoint, iMost, Compass, Croesus, NetRep.
A demonstrated ability to independently prioritize and accomplish tasks with mínimal supervision.
An excellent attitude and commitment to providing extraordinary service.
A proven ability to independently identify problems and make suggestions for improvement.
An ability to adapt quickly to changing needs and work requirements and stay up to date on all processes and procedures.
A reliable, consistent work ethic.

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.

To apply:

Experience:
Required