Associate, Financial Planner
About The Position
Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. CG is driven by an unwavering commitment to build lasting client relationships – we achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional, and corporate clients through comprehensive wealth management solutions and investment banking services. We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and finding innovative, bespoke solutions. Our entrepreneurial and friendly team will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value great work and collaboration and strive to eliminate bureaucratic thinking. We’re looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to have an impact with innovative ideas and best practices. Come be a part of our Canadian success story and help deliver superior experiences for our clients. At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We are currently looking for an Associate, Financial Planning to join Team LWC in our Oakville office. This role will provide support to our Senior Financial Planner and is ideal for someone looking for a long-term career in financial and retirement planning, who is looking to join a collaborative fast-paced work environment, with a growing team.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of experience in client-facing financial planning, wealth management, or a related role.
- Completion of the CFP designation.
- Insurance licensed, or willingness to obtain one.
- Strong understanding of financial planning fundamentals, including wealth and estate planning and insurance concepts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and team members.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with financial planning software (Conquest) is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Financial Planner with client data gathering, plan preparation, and delivery using Conquest and internal tools.
- Prepare and send introductory planning packages, including engagement letters, document requests, and questionnaires.
- Support the design and implementation of insurance strategies by preparing illustrations, analyzing coverage options, and assisting in the underwriting and application process.
- Accurately input and maintain client information in financial planning software and internal systems.
- Assist in identifying client insurance needs through financial plan reviews and support ongoing policy servicing, including reviews, adjustments, and beneficiary updates.
- Create client-friendly plan summaries and support the delivery of financial plans in meetings (in person or virtual).
- Maintain accurate recordkeeping to meet audit requirements and ensure compliance standards are upheld.
- Follow up with advisors and support advisor outreach as needed to move plans and client discussions forward.
- Contribute to refining and documenting internal systems to enhance the wealth planning experience for both clients and the team.
- Provide general support with preparing materials and documentation for client meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
