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03/29/2025

Address:

730 View Street

We are looking for a long-term support centric professional who is keen on being the keystone of a highly productive book of business. This is not a stepping stone opportunity to become an Investment Advisor, we are looking for an operations specialist who excels and loves creating solutions and providing exceptional white glove service to our clients.

Supporting BMO Nesbitt Burns / BMO Private Wealth , this role supports a high performing Advisory Team with day-to-day administration, transaction processing and provides exceptional client service to support achievement of business objectives.

• Books meetings with new prospects and prepares introductory package for the prospect/referral.
• Coordinates marketing activities on behalf of the advisory team, including website, social media initiatives, client recognition for meaningful life events, and the planning of client events.
• Schedules and helps prepare client portfolio reviews for the Investment Advisors including setting up client calls, scheduling meetings, preparing reviews and provides updates to IA.
• Follows up on client inquiries, account maintenance, new accounts set-up, transfers and remitting funds from registered and non-registered accounts upon client’s request.
• Resolves client complaints in a timely and effective manner; escalates as required.
• Accepts and executes client initiated trades over the phone or in person and provides stock information as requested.
• Handles clients’ general day-to-day requests and inquiries including basic money movement (e.g., wires, transfers), technology issues, and account opening and update, and follows up in a timely and confidential manner.
• Generates reports and documents for IAs and clients as requested and processes items for client accounts and files.
• Maintains and organizes client database and client files.
• Monitors incoming and outgoing assets and notifies IA of required actions to rebalance portfolios.
• Administers and processes documentation related to client files and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors redocumentation of client accounts on regular cycle to ensure client information and documentation is up-to-date.
• Assist in ensuring transactions and tasks are appropriately assigned to team members and completed where required.
• Provides team members with support on technology issues, use of new technology, and general inquiries and escalations related to policies, procedures, and processing.
• Gathers and distributes information on updates to training, guidelines, technology, and other business related information.
• Develops rapport and instills confidence with the client to promote a positive client experience.
• Follows through on the risk and compliance processes and policies to ensure we safeguard our customers’ assets, maintain their privacy and act in their best interests.
• Comply with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements as outlined in the Firm's policies and training modules.
• Maintains the confidentiality of client and Bank information.
• Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees.
• Analyzes issues and determines next steps.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically between 3 – 5 years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of investment process and procedures.
• Knowledge of investment products and services is preferred.
• Knowledge of compliance practices and regulations.
• Knowledge of Financial/Retirement planning.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course & Conduct and Practices Handbook will be a requirement of the position.
• Current Investment Representative registration or requirement to fulfill registration requirements to become as Investment Representative (IR).
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong organization skills required.
• Ability to collaborate and work well in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

$32,700.00 - $48,600.00

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION
 
As an Administrative Associate you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of one or more Wealth Advisors by ensuring a high level of client service achieved by effective administration and day-to-day trading of their business. 
  

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:
 

• Ensure effective client administration by managing all administrative processes and escalations requiring investigation
• Consistently demonstrate high levels of client service by:
  • supporting the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs
  • responding to client inquiries, resolving issues and effecting client transactions in a timely and responsive manner
• Provide marketing assistance by coordinating materials, events, and seminars to increase/identify opportunities to grow assets and/or revenue
• Support the growth of the business by managing tracking reports for Wealth Advisors to review targets, recommendations, and financial plans/concepts  
• Build effective working relationships across various departmental and business line contacts by actively collaborating and sharing knowledge and experience

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS
 We would love to work with you if you have:

• Experience in the securities industry
• Already duly registered as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Exceptional client service skills

 
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers. 
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success. 
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills.

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