We are currently seeking an Associate Wealth Advisor to join our team.

The Associate Wealth Advisor (AWA) supports the Senior Wealth Advisor (SWA) in delivering professional investment and financial planning advice to a portfolio of high value members assigned to the SWA. The AWA works alongside the SWA on business development opportunities and/or offers analytical support, including client inquiries, trading, portfolio management, financial plans, liaising with accountant sand investment research, based on the SWA’s needs. This role offers the opportunity to assist a leading advisor, be involved in in critical decision-making for members and practice management, and benefit from mentorship within a highly recognized team servicing High-Net-Worth individuals.

Here’s what would be included as a part of your typical day

• Business Development: Establishes and maintains/supports the SWA relationships with existing members, within portfolio; networks with external business organizations in the community to generate referrals; may pursue relationships with potential new members and actively promotes the full range of First West products and services through participation in community initiatives and events.

• Sales and Service Strategy: Provides and/or prepares complex financial planning advice on a wide range of investment products and services to high value current and potential members, utilizing financial planning tools provided; identifies needs based on member life cycle and provides appropriate investment vehicles or refers to product specialist within other FW lines of business; seeks opportunities to assist members in consolidating their financial assets with First West; may conduct follow-up interviews with members on their portfolio on an annual basis to identify changes in circumstances that would require alternate investment option.

• Risk Management: Provides advice and acts in accordance with ethical standards, Aviso policies and applicable regulatory requirements ensuring that risk to the member and First West are minimized; maintains compliance with First West audit and risk management policies and procedures.

• Leadership: Builds relationship with branch team members and provides subject matter expertise and/or mentoring when required; schedules and facilitates product knowledge sessions with members and/or branch team members. Provides leadership and coaching to administrative team members to help drive a consistent member experience and enhance revenue.

• Member Transactions: Ensures member accounts are opened and transactions/purchases completed accurately and within required timeframes; maintains up to date member files with all required documentation.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• College, Trade or Tech School Diploma (2 years) in related discipline required

• IIROC Registered Representative licensing required

• Life Insurance Qualifying Program (LLQP) required within 1 year from date of hire

• Completion of Canadian Securities Course, CPH & Wealth Management Essentials required within 1 year from date of hire

• Financial planning designation: CFP, PFP, CFA or industry equivalent designation in good standing required within 2 years from date of hire

• 2-4 years in an investment/financial planning and advisory position managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals on an MFDA or IIROC environment

• Strong familiarity with financial planning tools/software required

• Proven superior knowledge of a wide range of investment products and services preferred

• Attention to detail and strong problem solving and analytical skills

• Proven networking and relationship building skills

• Superior sales abilities e.g. active listening, identifying business opportunities, influencing, and negotiating to close sale.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of people

• Ability to analyze financial statements

• Proficient with computer software programs, e.g. Microsoft Office

• Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.

What’s in it for you:

First, we strive to make our team members feel genuinely rewarded. You’ll have:

• Mental health coverage and resources
• Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
• Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
• Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle

We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package that reflects the value an individual brings to our organization. The compensation mentioned in this job posting should serve as a guide. The total cash compensation earned may vary based on a variety of factors including bonuses and/or incentives, an individual’s skills and experience, and may correlate with performance in the role.

We also provide and encourage opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful impact. After all, as a credit union we’re powered by giving back—in big ways and through small gestures. That's why we offer employees paid time off to volunteer, partner with thousands of local charities, build long-lasting relationships that help our members get ahead and commit to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.

By joining our team, you’ll be able to elevate your potential. Wherever your own purpose leads, we’re here to support you with award-winning in-house training programs, access to LinkedIn Learning, and reimbursement for external courses to help you get ahead.

Take the next step in your career as part of our team. Apply for this opportunity!

Candidates, please note: if you are being considered for this role, you will be required to complete a background check, such as employment verification, credit check and criminal record check.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

At First West Credit Union, we embrace diversity regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, race, ethnicity, age, diverse ability, and any aspect that makes someone unique. Inclusion is woven through our organization, from our employee-led network groups, hiring practices and education programs that address barriers and continually grow our equitable, diverse and inclusive culture.

We encourage people who are from equity-deserving groups to apply for a career with us, including women or non-binary people, persons with diverse abilities, Black, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If an accommodation would help you during the process of applying or interviewing for a career with us, please let us know how we can assist you, whether it’s preparing materials in an alternate format, booking an accessible meeting room or other arrangement.

Your individuality is welcome here.

About Us

We’re a financial cooperative that does things differently. We provide time-tested advice that helps our members feel optimistic about their future, and we offer comprehensive banking solutions that enable people to confidently reach their goals. With the financial strength and extended branch network of a large financial institution, we maintain local connections to our communities and take a unique grassroots approach to service. Our more than 250,000 members and approximately 1,250 employees operate from 45 branches throughout the province of BC, under the Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial brands. Visit firstwestcu.ca for more information on First West Credit Union.

Please know we appreciate your interest in us but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.