Financial Planning Specialist

Royal Bank of Canada • Edmonton, AB

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About The Position

As an integral member of the RBC Family Office Services team, your role as a Financial Planning Specialist is to work with our advisors to deliver comprehensive, customized financial plans to High Net Worth (HNW) clients of RBC Wealth Management. As a valued partner, you will also assist with business development, opportunity spotting and revenue generation.

Requirements

• Five years experience with tax planning for high net worth clients.
• Five years of relevant experience in all aspects of financial planning.
• One or more of the following professional designations in Accounting: CA/CMA/CGA/CPA
• Effective communication skills both oral and written.
• Strong analytical and judgment skills.
• Microsoft Office and financial planning software such as Conquest or Naviplan.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.

Nice To Haves

• Investment and insurance industry knowledge are also strong assets.
• Certified Financial Planners (CFP) designation (Financial Planner (F. Pl.) designation for Quebec).

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive financial plans that meet client’s specific needs in the areas of financial, investment, retirement, tax, risk management and estate planning.
• Personalize each financial plan to provide expert knowledge around issues affecting clients, such as: holding companies, employee stock options, individual pension plans, retirement compensation agreements, gift and charitable planning, etc.
• Simplify complex strategies to assist advisors.
• Work collaboratively with the Financial Planning Analyst team in the preparation of financial plans.
• Promote and support a work environment that inspires innovation, creativity, collaboration and diversity.
• Develop strong internal and external networks and referral sources.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed