Vice President, Investment Solutions

OMPANY STATEMENT: Founded in Toronto in 1962, Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) is a global financial services company, which provides investment management services to institutional, retail and private high and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its subsidiaries. Guardian is headquartered in Canada and operates in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States and the Caribbean. Guardian is a wholly owned subsidiary of Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc., which is part of the Desjardins Group. To learn more about Guardian, visit www.guardiancapital.com. Our asset management division, Guardian Capital LP, is the manager and portfolio manager of the Guardian Capital Funds and Guardian Capital ETFs, with capabilities that span a range of asset classes, geographic regions and specialty mandates. Guardian Capital LP manages portfolios for institutional clients such as defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, insurance companies, foundations, endowments and investment funds. JOB STATEMENT: GCLP has an immediate need for a Vice President, Investment Solutions to join our Retail Asset Management team, leading sales and servicing existing clients in the Prairies. As a senior member of this team, the successful candidate will lead and grow the business with new and existing clients and deliver industry-leading service. Sales will be digitally augmented with an emphasis on data. The successful candidate will have extensive relationships in the region that they can leverage to introduce Guardian’s investment solutions via virtual meetings and in-person meetings. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Creating and implementing a comprehensive plan to grow the retail business among investment advisors in the region; Using a technology-forward approach and leveraging digital tools for maximizing sales opportunities; Leveraging existing relationships and introducing them to Guardian solutions; Being an expert in the team’s solution and being able to speak technically about Guardian’s products and approach versus our peers; and Collaborating with team members and sharing ideas and best work. QUALIFICATIONS: University degree, preferably with a focus on business, economics or finance Minimum of 10 years of sales and servicing experience within the investment management community CFA charter holder or enrollment in the CFA program an asset Various certifications within the investment area (e.g. CSC) Knowledge of various investment vehicles, including ETFs, an asset Self-motivated and focused on a high level of activity Creative problem solving and strong communication skills Ability to present in front of small or large groups COMPENSATION: The base salary range is expected to be between $110,000 - $130,000, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus. Please Note: All applications submitted are reviewed in detail by our HR team. In certain aspects of the hiring process artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used, specifically for screening and assessments. These tools support our team and are used to help bring relevant criteria to the foreground and do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.

Lead the growth of the retail business in the Prairies by acquiring new clients and servicing existing ones. Implement a technology-forward sales plan to introduce Guardian's investment solutions to investment advisors.

Requires a university degree and at least 10 years of sales and servicing experience within the investment management community. A CFA charter or enrollment in the program and knowledge of ETFs are considered assets.

• Discretionary Bonus

• Problem solvingPreferred
• SalesPreferred
• Financial planningPreferred
• Communication SkillsPreferred

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• Sales
• Client Servicing
• Investment Solutions
• Relationship Management
• Digital Sales Tools
• Financial Planning
• Public Speaking
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills
• Strategic Planning

• Finance & Accounting
• Sales
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 27, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available