Financial Advisor

**Description**

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.

JOB OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking a Financial Advisor to join our Employee Financial Services team. In this role, the financial advisor will develop and maintain the relationships for the Assante Financial Management Employee Accounts Program. Working in a team-oriented environment, you will use your organizational, investment knowledge and exceptional communications skills to provide advice and service existing or new clients with their portfolio of in-house products.

What you will do:

- Service existing clients in the Employee Account Program
- Ensure asset retention and service excellence primarily over the phone, via correspondence and in person
- Provide advice, information and execute trades for clients
- Effectively promote benefits of mutual fund and other investment products to clients
- Ascertain and analyze client needs and objectives and advise accordingly
- Investigate and resolve client issues and initiate follow up on research efforts
- Respond to inquiries and complaints in a professional and proactive manner

What you will bring:

- A minimum of two (2) year sales and client service experience within the investment industry
- Strong knowledge of financial markets with a thorough understanding of Mutual funds
- Strong client service skills - required to build/maintain relationships with clients, employees and management
- Sales ability to handle outbound calls/meetings to/with existing clients.
- Post-secondary education, and IFIC or Canadian Securities Course a must.
- Insurance, CFP, CIM & other licensing an asset
- Bilingual (French/English) an asset
- Must demonstrate excellent knowledge and understanding of the relevant securities legislation and SRO rules and regulations
- Excellent communication skills: verbal, written and presentation
- Detail oriented, professional and analytical, positive attitude and genuine commitment to client service
- Good knowledge of Naviplan, Snap Projections and Morningstar

This opportunity is for an existing vacancy with the company. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $42,500 to $71,000. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a bonus program. In addition, The Company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.
A Supportive Environment for Success
We offer an in-office environment, competitive benefits, and a supportive workplace to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally.

What we offer:

- Training Reimbursement
- Paid Professional Designations
- Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
- Corporate Discount Program
- Enhanced group benefits
- Parental Leave Top-up program
- Paid time off for Volunteering