Portfolio Manager

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PORTFOLIO MANAGER, Successful Investor Wealth Management Inc. We are an established wealth management firm with 20+ years’ experience in independent portfolio management with assets under management of $1 billion and growing. Successful Investor Wealth Management (‘SIWM’) is currently seeking a Portfolio Manager who specializes in Client Relationship Management. We are transforming our business and experiencing significant growth and as a result SIWM is looking for an investment professional with strong relationship management skills who will provide high quality service to clients and contribute to the continued growth of the organization. With the objective of growing and diversifying the client base, the ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of capital markets and be able to articulate SIWM’s investment process and philosophy. Conducting a thorough assessment of each client’s goals, objectives, and risk tolerance from which an appropriate investment strategy is developed is key to the role. As the organization puts more emphasis on value-added services such as retirement planning, tax and family financial planning, a high level of comfort with these value-added services will be important. To achieve the above-mentioned goals, the candidate will be the primary point of contact on most portfolios. The selected candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills that will allow quick building of strong bonds of trust with SIWM’s private clientele. The candidate will be self-sustaining, self-sufficient, and proactive but at the same time a team player able to evolve in a collegial environment and foster collaboration. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop a relationship of trust with existing and future clients of SIWM and be their primary point of contact. Manage, maintain, and enhance SIWM’s relationships with its clients. Thoroughly assess each client’s unique circumstances, goals, objectives, risk tolerances and constraint. Effectively communicate SIWM’s investment philosophy and strategy as well as understanding and articulating our investment thesis on a sector and individual security basis. Coordinate and oversee the administrative aspects of the client relationship and ensure high quality and accuracy of information. Responsible for Know Your Client and suitability issues. Conduct all activities within a best-in-class culture of compliance and service. Seek opportunities to cross-sell or upsell to existing clients. Grow the business by identifying new sales and business development opportunities. Monitor and assess the activities of our competitors to proactively satisfy and retain our clients. Provide excellent service to maintain a positive reputation for the business. Resolve any client complaints promptly and professionally. Communicate with clients who express a desire to transfer their assets out to understand their reasons and make every effort to retain their valued business. Participate in and contribute to SIWM’s overall growth and strategic vision as well as building the firm brand. Accomplish department objectives. Planning and evaluating department activities. Manage daily operations of a small customer service team. REQUIREMENTS (Qualifications, Experience & Skills) University Degree. Must be currently registered, or eligible for registration with the Ontario Securities Commissions as a Portfolio Manager (“Advising Representative”); CFA preferred. Experience with suitability determinations for clients and “know-your-product” analysis. 5 years’ experience with at least 3 years in a client-facing role. The Certified Financial Planner designation or similar credentials would be an asset. Ability to build, foster and maintain positive professional relationships. Devotion to high-quality customer service. A team player with excellent communication skills, computer proficiency and high level of professionalism. Be able to meet targets and handle a high-pressure environment. Strong relationship management skills. Excellent influencing skills. This role is hybrid—one day remote and four days required in our office located near Yonge St. and Sheppard Ave. in North York, Toronto. We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable team member who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment to achieve our goals. Pre-employment work references, credit and criminal background checks are required. Additional Information Benefits After the standard three-month waiting period, successful new hires are eligible to join the Company’s Group Benefits Plan, which provides a range of life, health, and dental benefits, with premiums fully paid by the Company. After this same waiting period, transit commuters will also be eligible to participate in a generous reimbursement program to help subsidize public transportation costs to-and-from the office. To help foster our culture of appreciation, employees have an opportunity to participate in our company wide program to give and receive rewards and recognition for high performance and service. Other This posting is for an existing job vacancy. Successful Investor Wealth Management does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making systems to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made through human review of application materials, interviews, and assessments conducted by our recruitment team. Successful Investor Wealth Management Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.