Assistant Branch Manager

Job Description

Assistant Branch Manager

Build the future with us

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Assistant Branch Manager is responsible for supporting the Branch Managers and providing operational and administrative support and assisting the Branch Managers with compliance supervision.

What you'll accomplish with us

1. Provide administrative support by:

• Preparing Branch Review documentation and presentation materials, as requested by Branch Managers.

• Preparing meeting agendas and meeting materials and documents.

• Preparing pre-audit questionnaires and reports for annual site reviews performed by Branch Managers.

• Preparing site review reports of findings and follow up for resolution of deficiencies.

• Preparing other branch reports as required.

• Reviewing daily blotters.

• Approving KYC updates and new accounts.

• Staying informed regarding industry trends and issues.

• Ensuring compliance policies and procedures are followed.

2. Provide operational support by:

• Assisting with branch review activities.

• Participating in special projects

• Respond to advisors and their staff regarding their questions on administrative issues

• Find solutions to pending items on behalf of advisors by dealing with different head office departments

• Follow up with departments when responses have not been received

3. Contribute to the effective functioning of the branch team by:

• Building effective working relationships with branches, various business lines and corporate contacts.

• Maintaining a high level of customer service.

• Facilitating a culture of open and honest communication.

• Actively participating and contributing to team meetings.

• Encouraging the generation of new ideas and approaches.

• Actively sharing knowledge and experience to enhance the development of all team members.

• Developing and executing a meaningful employee development plan.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We're looking for someone who have:

• University degree or equivalent post-secondary education an asset.

• 2+ years of experience in the financial services industry, meet Supervisor experience requirement.

• Recent (non-expired) course completions of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and the Conduct and

• Practices Handbook (CPH).

• Completion of the Branch Managers Course will be required

• Intermediate/Advanced Skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).

• Strong organization and team skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

Why you'll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

• Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs 

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you

Location(s)Montreal, QuebecOther Possible Location(s)
CompanyiA Private Wealth Inc.Posting End Date Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we're a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it's by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we're invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto  Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

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