Investment Associate

About Us

As a leading Canadian wealth management organization, Richardson Wealth offers the personal touch of a boutique firm while delivering big results. With offices across the country, we are home to some of Canada’s best investment advisors. We’ve embarked on an exciting growth phase – a multi-year transformational journey to enhance our entrepreneurial, high-performing, advisor-centric culture.

Where We’re Going

We want to be the brand of choice for Canada’s top advisors and their high-net-worth clients. We also have an ambitious growth strategy to triple our Assets under Administration (AUA) to $100 billion by 2027.

To reach our goals, we are making strategic investments in technology, real estate and, most importantly, our people.

Position Overview

We are seeking an individual to join our team in the Toronto office. As an Associate the incumbent will contribute to growing the business by supporting to the Investment Advisor(s), ensuring high-level client service, and providing dedicated specialized administrative support on diverse assignments.

Duties And Responsibilities

Investment Advisor Support:

• Prepare, analyze, and present reports and recommendations for clients including investment policy statements, portfolio evaluations, financial plans, retirement projections, client commentaries/reviews and investment proposals
• Manage the execution of transactions on behalf of the Advisor
• Analyze industry and company data, macro data, develop and maintain financial models

Client Service:

• Provide a high level of client service which includes responding to phone & email
• Attend prospect and client meetings as required
• Provide gold standard client service anticipating client needs and delivering proactive and quality communications to ensure clients are apprised of details related to their accounts
• Assist with preparation of regular client communication such as websites, newsletters, and client events.

Administration:

• Familiarize and adhere to compliance requirements, including all aspects of new and existing account documentation and marketing materials to maintain a culture and operation of risk management

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in the financial services industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Understanding of industry compliance regulations
• Strict attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and programs, including CRM, e-signature platforms and other organizational tools

Education

• Vocational degree or similar in Business/Economics or related field
• Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct and Practices Handbook
• Licensed with Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization of Canada (CIRO) as an Investment Representative

Why Apply

Our firm is only as good as the people who work here. Our employees are exceptional because they combine in-depth expertise with enthusiasm, and empathy. From our front office talent to our colleagues behind the scenes, we have one focus: to ensure our people thrive here more than anywhere else. Are you innovative, self-driven, and client-centric?

If so, we’re ready to invest in you.

Richardson Wealth is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We are happy to meet your individual needs in keeping with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Candidates may request accommodation at any point during the interview process.

We are a proud partner of Pride at Work Canada.