Occupation Types: Wealth Management/Investment Services

Director, Wealth

ABCU Credit Union Ltd. (ABCU) is a full-service open bond Credit Union with funds Under Administration of $456 million and a staff of 35.  We are looking for a motivated and high-performing Director, Wealth to lead our Wealth Management team.   Working amongst a team of respected professionals, the incumbent will be a primary resource for investment transactions over a designated value and will provide investment advice to a range of Credit Union clients.

Specific Accountabilities

  • Providing high-quality investment and financial planning advice and services to members while identifying opportunities for referrals for other products and services.
  • Managing member investment portfolios.
  • Proactively seeking new business and growing/increasing existing member investments.
  • Working with the Wealth team and branch leadership to support wealth growth to implement annual investment financial plan renewals and support wealth growth in the branches.
  • Coaching and mentoring of the wealth team.
  • As a member of the Senior Leadership team, work with the CEO on the credit union’s wealth strategy and ensure the team seeks to grow market share and optimize financial solutions.

Qualifications Required

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • University degree in Commerce, Business or Economics is desirable.
  • Completion of Canadian Securities (CSC) and Conduct and Practice (CPH) courses.
  • Registration with IIROC.
  • Minimum 8 years’ demonstrated success in a comparable role.
  • Designation as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) is an asset.
  • A combination of post-secondary education and work experience will be considered.

At ABCU, growth and development are an important facet of the employee experience, and we encourage all employees to seek opportunities to progress and contribute to ABCU in a meaningful way. Our total rewards program is designed to retain and attract top talent.  This includes a competitive compensation, at-risk pay and benefit program.

Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to:

general@abcu.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Investment Specialist

The Person:  You are a patient Master Gardener, planting seeds of knowledge, cultivating relationships, and encouraging thriving finances.  You understand that member portfolios, like tender plants, take time and TLC to establish roots and grow strong.   As the ground is prepared and trust deepens, you assist members in selecting the investments that will bear the best fruit for their tastes and climate.  A wise horticulturalist, your specialized knowledge in varieties and maturities is foundational to the advice you provide. 

The Position:  The Investment Specialist must be friendly and genuinely interested in discovering member’s current, on-going and future needs, and finding the best solutions.  Lots of attention is spent on building and maintaining relationships seeking to help and not pressure members thereby fostering the relationship.  Detailed work is a major focus of the job, and those details need to be handled quickly, correctly, and efficiently.  Adherence to established guidelines and procedures is important, while working with and for others.  This is a permanent full time (37.5 hours per week) position.

As a member of the Investment team, the Investment Specialist:

 

  • Actively grows, develops, and manages a portfolio of member investments and relationships.
  • Requires a high degree of specialized knowledge to analyze member needs, assist members by outlining benefits and alternatives, and advise members on the best investment options and ongoing investment services.
  • Is professional, proactive, and dedicated to serving in the best interest of the member.
  • Promotes Unity Credit Union and maintains active involvement in the organization and community.

 

A Mutual Funds license is required for this position, or a commitment to obtain mutual fund license in the immediate future.  Relevant education and financial work experience are strongly preferred.

 

The Credit Union: Unity Credit Union is a successful rural-based credit union with assets over $300 million and 33 employees serving 5000 members.  Our vision is, “Partnering to Achieve Success and Build a Better Community” and that is how we work and serve every day.

 

The Community: Unity is a progressive community of approximately 2500 people located in West – Central Saskatchewan. Services include K-12 schools, full health center facility, skating and curling rinks with artificial ice, a regional park with a 9-hole grass green golf course, camping, new swimming pool.  Economic drivers include salt mining, manufacturing, agriculture, inland grain terminals, oil and gas industry and a grain alcohol and spirits plant. For more information on the town of Unity, visit www.townofunity.com.

 

We would like to hear from you.   Applications will be accepted until midnight on November 27, 2022.

 

 

Interested? Submit a cover letter and resume to:

Shauna Hammer, Human Resources Advisor
Email: shauna.hammer@unitycu.ca

 

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a reference check, criminal record check and credit check.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for the further consideration will be contacted.

Financial Specialist

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and can easily build positive relationships with your team and those you serve? Would you thrive in an environment committed to providing exceptional service and individualized financial advice? Are you a motivated professional driven by results with a genuine interest in helping others achieve their financial goals?
Prairie Centre Credit Union, Saskatchewan’s largest rural-based credit union, currently has a permanent full-time Financial Specialist opportunity available. The successful candidate will be a proactive, self-motivated individual who will provide exceptional service to our members within the LeRoy branch. Reporting to the Manager Financial Specialists, the Financial Specialist will have a strong aptitude for relationship-building and will deliver expert advice to both current and prospective members to assist them in meeting their financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Build value-based relationships with colleagues and members
  • Provide solutions that support the financial wellbeing of members, through the delivery of deposit, investment, and loan products, including specializing in the function of investment planning
  • Promote, sell, and manage the mutual fund and term deposit book of business for the region, and ensure that growth targets are achieved
  • Collaborate with the regional team to develop creative and innovative approaches to achieving results
  • Develop and implement business development, growth, and community engagement strategies

Qualifications:

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Personal Financial Planning (PFP) designation, or willingness to obtain
  • Mutual Fund License including Labour Sponsored Funds, or willingness to obtain
  • Industry experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to gather assets
  • Sales-oriented background with a strong understanding of the sales process and business development

Prairie Centre Credit Union provides employees with the opportunity for personal and professional growth within an environment that promotes continuous learning. We offer a competitive compensation package, excellent employee benefits, and a matched superannuation plan.

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Tammy Pregizer Legge, Manager Financial Specialists, at 306-882-5588. To apply, please submit an electronic copy of your cover letter and resume on or before November 29, 2022, to: careers@pccu.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Financial Specialist

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and can easily build positive relationships with your team and those you serve?  Would you thrive in an environment committed to providing exceptional service and individualized financial advice?  Are you a motivated professional driven by results with a genuine interest in helping others achieve their financial goals?

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Prairie Centre Credit Union, Saskatchewan’s largest rural-based credit union, currently has a permanent full-time Financial Specialist opportunity available. The successful candidate will be a proactive, self-motivated individual who will provide exceptional service to our members within the LeRoy branch. Reporting to the Manager Financial Specialists, the Financial Specialist will have a strong aptitude for relationship-building and will deliver expert advice to both current and prospective members to assist them in meeting their financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Build value-based relationships with colleagues and members
  • Provide solutions that support the financial wellbeing of members, through the delivery of deposit, investment, and loan products, including specializing in the function of investment planning
  • Promote, sell, and manage the mutual fund and term deposit book of business for the region, and ensure that growth targets are achieved
  • Collaborate with the regional team to develop creative and innovative approaches to achieving results
  • Develop and implement business development, growth, and community engagement strategies

Qualifications:

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Personal Financial Planning (PFP) designation, or willingness to obtain
  • Mutual Fund License including Labour Sponsored Funds, or willingness to obtain
  • Industry experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to gather assets
  • Sales-oriented background with a strong understanding of the sales process and business development

Prairie Centre Credit Union provides employees with the opportunity for personal and professional growth within an environment that promotes continuous learning. We offer a competitive compensation package, excellent employee benefits, and a matched superannuation plan.

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Tammy Pregizer Legge, Manager Financial Specialists, at 306-882-5588. To apply, please submit an electronic copy of your cover letter and resume on or before October 31, 2022, to: careers@pccu.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.

MoneyWorks Wealth Advisor

MoneyWorks Wealth Advisor – Nelson or Cranbrook  Area

Position Name

MoneyWorks Wealth Advisor

Position Description

An Exceptional Career & Vibrant Lifestyle. Have it all at EKC or NDCU MoneyWorks

 

For more than a decade, East Kootenay Community Credit Union, Grand Forks Credit Union and Nelson & District Credit Union have been partners in providing wealth management services to members. We are MoneyWorks, doing business as EKC MoneyWorks, GFCU MoneyWorks and NDCU MoneyWorks. Through this partnership, we provide a holistic approach to financial planning, matching members’ financial needs with the best solutions tailored to their situation. We provide a variety of product and service options to members throughout the Kootenay-Boundary region.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Wealth Advisor

If you want to join a team who are dedicated to building long term relationships with members, this exciting opportunity is the right career move for you. Reporting directly to the Executive Leader, the successful candidate will play a significant role in providing financial advice and assistance to clients, while strengthening the overall presence of EKC MoneyWorks or NDCU MoneyWorks in the communities it serves. This unique opportunity also provides the opportunity to work with an existing book of business as well as partner with branch staff in identifying referral opportunities.

The incumbent will be self-motivated, and results driven, working a flexible schedule and meeting clients/members needs on their timelines.  Hybrid arrangements will be considered. Travel is required.

Qualifications Required

You are a results-oriented professional and effective decision maker with a commitment to furthering the reputation of the organization in the community. Your positive, adaptable approach equips you with strong relationship building skills and the interpersonal skills to be an effective team member. You are dedicated to a holistic planning approach working with our members.

A minimum of five years’ experience in providing holistic financial advice to clients in the areas of financial planning, investment, risk assessment and insurance options is preferred. In addition, you will hold or are about to complete the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation or equivalent and licensed to sell securities as well as life insurance within BC. Preference will be given to those candidates who hold a post-secondary designation.

Closing Date

When Filled

Job Location

East Kootenay region, West Kootenay region, BC

How to Apply

To learn more about EKC MoneyWorks, please visit our website at www.ekccu.com. To learn more about NDCU MoneyWorks, please visit our website at www.nelsoncu.com.  Additional details about this position are available through the contact information below. We welcome applications from all interested applicants looking to further their career in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. If you are intrigued by this opportunity, please send a current resume and cover letter in confidence to:

Human Resources at MoneyWorks:

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

 

Wealth Management Administrative Associate

Title:                                  Wealth Management Administrative Associate

 

Reports to:                       Vice President of Business Development

                                                                                                                                                                            

 

About CUSO Wealth Strategies Inc.

With a Head Office located in Kelowna BC. CUSO Wealth Strategies Inc. provides wealth management strategic and best practices support to credit unions. CUSO was established in 2012 with the purpose of assisting small to mid-sized credit unions create, maintain, and assist with the day-to-day management of a sustainable, profitable, and compliant wealth management subsidiary. CUSO currently works with 6 BC and 3 Alberta credit unions partners with combined wealth management assets of more than $1.2 billion.

 

Basic Purpose of the Role

Currently, within the 9 credit unions that the CUSO serves, there are 12 wealth management administrators.  The Wealth Management Administrative Associate will serve as the first point of contact for the wealth management administrators in both a support and mentoring capacity. This will include being a power user of the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) program, currently Maximizer Wealth for our credit union client group.

 

This position will also provide administrative and governance support to the CEO.

 

About the Role

This is a permanent part-time position of three days per week (22.5 hours) with an opportunity for additional hours as mutually agreed. The hours are flexible within the standard work week and the location is the Kelowna office or a remote work arrangement within BC or Alberta.

 

Major Responsibilities

  1. Be the main point of contact for the wealth management administrators located in various credit unions in BC and Alberta. In this capacity the Wealth Management Administrative Associate will support all levels of skill sets and work experience with the focus to help each office become efficient and effective in the administration support for the Wealth Advisors. Duties include:
    1. Providing guidance, training, and support to increase comfort and proficiency with CRM
    2. Acting as an intermediary with dealer back-office administrative issues
    3. Coordinating and conducting regular team meetings with the administrators, encourage collaboration, support and sharing of information
    4. Providing support and training to new wealth management administrators
  2. Undertake all governance related activities to support the CEO and Board of Directors in the regular day to day, monthly quarterly and annual business requirements.
  3. Complete other related tasks and special initiatives consistent with the scope and purpose of the position.

 

Qualifications

  • A minimum of five years’ recent, related experience in an administration capacity working with financial advisors is required
  • Proficiency with Excel and the MS Office suite of products
  • Background in using and supporting a CRM program (preferably Maximizer)
  • Excellent administrative skills including experience with, or an interest in learning, board governance administration
  • Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with technology and enthusiasm for learning and adopting technology innovations and tools to enhance proficiency
  • Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent service and relationship building skills including the ability to interact one-on-one and facilitate small groups to share knowledge, mentor, and train
  • Proven ability to be a self-starter and work independently with minimum supervision
  • Familiarity with Adobe and website admin functionality would be welcomed
  • Current or previous licensing with MFDA, IIROC, and/or Insurance Council is an asset but not required

 

Other Requirements

  • Ability and willingness to travel to Kelowna to be onsite at CUSO office 3-4 times per year
  • If working remotely, a workspace which provides for personal health and safety and ensures the safety and confidentiality of information

 

Why CUSO Wealth Strategies?

  • We are a small, dedicated team of professionals committed to doing our best work in an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment
  • We encourage work & life integration and offer flexibility with hours and work location tailored to individual needs
  • We offer comprehensive benefits to support and sustain the mental and physical health of our employees and their families
  • Our leadership team encourages growth, independence, service excellence and team camaraderie
  • We believe in the cooperative model and work to support the sustainability and profitability of the credit unions we serve which in turn make a direct economic, social, and cultural impact in our communities

 

How to Apply:

If you consider this position a match to your skills, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to Ann Wong, Vice President, Business Development at awong@cuwealth.ca by October 14, 2022.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this unique and specialized opportunity. All applications under consideration will be contacted.

Investment Advisor – South Okanagan

Join our Team!

We measure success by the success of our members and the strength of our local communities. ​By choosing Interior Savings, you give us the power to give back to your community. You help us create local money that stays local – supporting local causes, events, initiatives, and positive local change. Here at Interior Savings we support and value our employees, and work together to strengthen our communities!

Interior Savings is looking to bring a new Investment Advisor to join the Wealth Management Team in the South Okanagan.

The South Okanagan is known for having the warmest weather conditions in all of Canada and with lots of sunshine and a comfortable climate all year round it’s a great four-season destination offering so much to do in the beautiful outdoors.  Not to mention that the region is at the heart of BC’s wine industry.

About this opportunity…

The Investment Advisor supports Interior Savings’ vision of sales & service excellence by developing valuable long-term relationships with members, pro-actively determining & fulfilling their investment needs and providing them sound advice with high-quality, tailored financial solutions to match their financial goals.

Through personal strengths in communication, sales leadership, and initiative you will achieve client’s financial sales goals through a focus on medium to high net-worth investors seeking diverse investment solutions. You will pro-actively manage client relationships, pursue internal opportunities/referrals, and external business growth opportunities.

With proven sales and service ability and the ability to meet and exceed goals and objectives you will identify cross-selling and referral opportunities to other Interior Savings partners, achieve referral objectives, develop external leads, and build referral relationships within the community. You will work as a team member with licensed branch staff to ensure that all member needs are met in a timely, cost effective manner and assist in the education of branch staff regarding Credit Union services and products to pro-actively grow the business. You will also perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for….

Education

  • High School diploma/Grade 12 plus two (2) years of formal post-secondary education or equivalent
  • Possess or be willing to work towards the CFP (Certified Financial Planner designation) or PFP designation
  • Canadian Securities course and Conduct & Practices Handbook
  • Must be IIROC licensed

Experience/Knowledge

  • 4-6 years of job related experience in a financial sales & services environment
  • Good knowledge of current domestic and international investment marketplace
  • Good comprehension of all insurance products
  • Knowledge of RRSPs, RRIFs, RESPs, mutual funds, and self-directed plan administration

 

Manager Advisory Services

We are expanding our team to help us evolve through the next stage of our growth journey, and we hope that you can help shape our future. We now have a career opportunity for a Manager Advisory Services. This position may work remotely but will be required to be onsite at our Saskatoon and Regina locations regularly.

As the Manager Advisory Services you will….

Lead a team of advisory specialists within the Business Solutions and Wealth Management business lines. You will be responsible for:

  • Applying your industry knowledge along with your technical skills, connections and expertise to identify opportunities to realize market growth and expansion.
  • Implementing advisory sales and business development strategies in line with organizational strategy and budget objectives.
  • Mentoring and guiding the advisors as they provide exceptional service to our business and wealth members making TCU the advice center of choice.
  • Working collaboratively with other retail areas to support a member-centric culture of making quality referrals and seeking opportunities to enhance overall profitability of TCU.

As the Manager Advisory Services you are ….

  • A dynamic mentor and leader of people able to promote a highly accountable and value aligned team, capable of critical thinking in applying a member-centric focus to sales, service, advice-giving and operational excellence.
  • An engaging communicator with the ability to build strong relationships which will support a collaborative culture while operating across business boundaries and realizing organizational success.
  • Capable of understanding and interpreting the changing financial landscape to enable the realization of the TCU strategic business priorities, including improved member experience, market expansion and sales growth.
  • A professional who understands and models the importance of building strong centers of influence to foster a network of business development.
  • Passionate about member education, fostering financial literacy and engaging members in a partnership to maximize their financial opportunities.
  • A change agent capable of identifying obstacles and working collaboratively to assist the team in overcoming these challenges.

If you are motivated by the thought of this challenge ….

And can demonstrate success through 8-10 years of Business Solutions and/or Wealth Management experience and 5 years of management experience combined with a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business Administration or a related field, then this opportunity may be the one for you!

Get to know us

TCU Financial Group is a Saskatchewan credit union who, for over six decades, has been dedicated to helping our members and our own TCU Team reach their goals. Our roots and our commitment to fostering financial health in our communities run deep.

Rewarding times ahead

We’re growing and evolving our organization – and we need talented people who are passionate about creating and delivering meaningful financial solutions for our members. In addition to providing competitive compensation, benefits and pension programs, we support our TCU Financial Group Team and their families by providing an enhanced vacation program to enjoy time doing what they love outside of work.

Thank you for your interest in exploring your future with us!

The deadline for this career opportunity is Monday, June 27, 2022.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources Department
TCU Financial Group
Email: hr@tcu.sk.ca
Web site: www.tcufinancialgroup.com

Financial Advisor

Northern Savings Credit Union has an opening for a full time Financial Advisor for our Terrace branch, if you are passionate about improving people’s financial health and have experience with sales and service, we would like to hear from you.

 Primary Purpose

As a confident, results driven and service focused self-starter, the Financial Advisor provides advanced Investment, insurance and financial planning advice and solutions to existing and new Northern Savings members and self-sourced customers.

The Financial Advisor Is responsible for the aggregation and growth of the wealth management business, while also Identifying and referring product solutions and service opportunities to other Northern Savings business channels, with an ultimate goal of consolidating Members’ total banking and investment business within the Credit Union.

The Financial Advisor Is responsible for building strong, sustainable, client relationships and actively participating In community events that will enhance the Image of Northern Savings as a preferred provider of wealth management products, services, and expertise.

The Financial Advisor is to ensure that all business-related activities are performed to the

highest ethical standards, and on full compliance with all policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation related to the category or categories of their registration.

Responsibilities:

  • The development, retention and growth of investments and insurance for our clients and members
  • Seeking opportunities to attract new business
  • Maintaining regular client and member contact and building sound financial relationships

The successful candidate will be a professional team player who is self-motivated and has the demonstrated ability to gather business investment business.

Requirements:

  • Canadian Securities Course (CSC); must be able to be an llROC Registered Representative
  • Life, Accident, and Sickness Insurance license
  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation would be an asset
  • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in financial planning/investment sales or financial services industry
  • Advanced knowledge of sound financial planning principles, good understanding of all investment products
  • Comfortable with Industry standard financial planning tools/software
  • Post-secondary diploma/degree, ideally in Commerce or Business Administration would be an asset

 

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