Associate (Kimpton Kovitch Team)

Job summary

The Associate will support the Kimpton Kovitch Team by managing trade processing, account administration, and operational workflows. They will also contribute to business development activities and process improvement initiatives to ensure efficient team operations.

Job details

Associate (Kimpton Kovitch Team) Location: This posting is for an existing vacancy in Wellington-Altus’ Saskatoon office. Our organization: Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus) is one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies* and the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., Independent Advisor Solutions Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.—the top-rated** investment dealer in Canada. With more than $50 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers, and their high-net-worth clients. *Report on Business 2025 rankings. **Investment Executive 2026 Brokerage Report Card. The opportunity: Reporting to the Senior Wealth Advisor & Senior Investment Advisor on the Kimpton Kovitch Team, the Associate will participate in a broad range of administrative, operational projects and business development activities to support the efficient and successful operations of the team. The role will support a high-growth advisory team with a strong focus on operations, trade processing, account administration, and process efficiency. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting advisors and licensed team members with the execution and processing of trades and other investment-related transactions in accordance with client instructions, regulatory requirements, and firm policies. * Processing client instructions related to purchases, redemptions, transfers, deposits, withdrawals, and other account activity, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. * Preparing and reviewing documentation required to facilitate trade execution, account administration, and client transactions. * Supporting the administration of client accounts, including account openings, account maintenance, transfers, documentation collection, and record updates. * Maintaining accurate and current client information across CRM and other firm systems, ensuring data integrity and completeness. * Monitoring workflow queues and prioritize requests to ensure client instructions, trades, and administrative activities are completed within established service standards. * Coordinating with internal departments, custodians, and external service providers to facilitate account activity and resolve operational issues. * Preparing reports, correspondence, and administrative materials to support the day-to-day operations of the practice. * Contributing to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, leverage technology, and enhance automated workflows. * Remaining current on firm policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and industry developments relevant to the role. * Performing other duties and projects, as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess: * A post-secondary degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field, or equivalent work experience. * 1 - 3 financial services industry experience working in a high growth environment. * Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. * Experience in the wealth management or other regulated industry is a strong asset. * Current Investment Representative (IR) registration or equivalent industry licensing is considered a strong asset. * Candidates who are not currently licensed but demonstrate an interest in pursuing IR registration or other industry licensing will be supported as part of their ongoing professional development. * Proficiency with the MSOffice suite, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, and Outlook. * Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. * Highly dependable with a strong sense of accountability and ownership. * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and effectively assess urgency. * Strong organizational and administrative skills. * Comfortable working within structured processes while adapting to changing priorities. * Proactive, forward-thinking mindset with an interest in continuous improvement and operational efficiency. * Strong aptitude for technology and enthusiasm for working in a highly automated environment. * Ability to quickly learn systems, procedures, and industry requirements. * Effective written and verbal communication skills. Conditions of employment: * Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. * A background check, satisfactory to the employer, may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment. Wellington-Altus Private Wealth is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply. If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application. To apply: Click the Apply for This Job button to submit your resume, cover letter and salary expectations. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be used to screen and assess candidates for this role. More information about working at Wellington-Altus can be found on our website at https://wellington-altus.ca/Careers [https://wellington-altus.ca/Careers].

What you’ll do

The Associate will support the Kimpton Kovitch Team by managing trade processing, account administration, and operational workflows. They will also contribute to business development activities and process improvement initiatives to ensure efficient team operations.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a post-secondary degree in a business-related field and 1-3 years of experience in the financial services industry. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills are required, with industry licensing considered a strong asset.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• CRM Management · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Account Administration · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Trade processing
• Account administration
• Client service
• Data integrity
• CRM management
• Workflow management
• Regulatory compliance
• Financial reporting
• Process improvement
• Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Investment operations
• Problem solving
• Report Writing
• Operational Efficiency
• Accountability
• Workflow Management
• Workflow Automation
• Administrative Functions
• Service Standards
• Quick Learning
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting
• Artificial Intelligence
• Deposit Accounts
• Business Development
• Brokerage
• Customer Relationship Management
• Business Administration
• Investments
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Data Integrity
• Finance
• Equities
• Financial Services
• Microsoft Outlook
• Operations
• Portfolio Management
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Wealth Management
• Purchasing
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Process Improvement
• Coordinating
• Diversification (Investing)
• Enthusiasm
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Associate Team Leader
• Brokerage Clerk
• Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerks
• Brokerage Clerks

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