Client Service Associate, MD Financial Management – St. John’s, NL

Job title:

Client Service Associate, MD Financial Management – St. John’s, NL

Company

Scotiabank

Job description

Requisition ID: 209741Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.Imagine an environment that encourages you to bring your best self to work every day. A company committed to your personal development and career aspirations. An employer who not only respects your requirement for life/work flexibility, but also endorses it. A place where diversity and inclusion and a commitment to employee health and wellbeing are part of the corporate DNA. A job that is more than a job – allowing you to make a meaningful contribution to the welfare of some of the hardest working Canadians we know – physicians. If not only what you do but who you do it for matters, consider this opportunity to join our exceptional team of professionals committed to making a difference to those on the front lines of Canadian healthcare.The Client Service Associate is responsible for providing sales, administrative and operational support to assist Financial Consultants & Portfolio Managers in maintaining high standards for all clients.How You Will Contribute:Sales & Service Support:

• Provide service and sales support to Financial Consultants and Portfolio Managers including contact management and opportunity management
• Respond effectively to all inquiries from current and prospective clients concerning MD products and services
• Use your knowledge about products & services to identify opportunities and anticipate client needs
• Process trade requests and ensure all regulatory requirements are met
• Process documentation requests and input transaction requests as required
• Work with other lines of business to arrange mutual client contact strategies
• Establish and maintain a client contact plan to ensure all existing clients are contacted regularly and that Financial Consultants and Portfolio Managers in-house and road-trip schedules are full.
• Respond to last minute requests from advisor during client meetings
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
• Champions a high performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Administrative Support:

• Maintain a follow-up system for inquiries, complaints and problem resolution, ensuring that established MD service standards are being met in a timely matter
• Provide expertise, support and participate in the research of complex client issues
• Completed file preparation for the Financial Consultants and Portfolio Managers in advance of all client meetings, as required
• Prepare and process new account documentation as required

Operational Support:

• Update database for all client contact, ensuring that all client information and notes are recorded correctly
• Maintain monthly compliance related tasks as required
• Liaise with accountants and third parties, as required
• Prepare business correspondence to clients and third parties
• Keep current of marketing initiatives
• Participate in short-term and ongoing projects as required
• Provide Reception coverage as required
• General office duties as required

The Must Haves:

• A university or college graduate, preferably with a business/financial background
• Thorough understanding of the financial services industry and rules regarding Estates, Trusts, RESPs, RRSPs/RRIFs, TFSAs and non-registered investments and applicable tax-related issues
• 3-5 years’ experience in the Financial Services industry
• Must be IR licensed with IIROC
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows and its applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook
• Working knowledge of CRM2
• Dedication to client service
• Strong organizational stills
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated pro-activity and initiative
• Ability to work independently
• Strong team player
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively manage change

Results-orientedWhy MD?

• We are big proponents of life-work integration and provide the flexibility and tools to achieve such.
• We believe an inclusive and diverse work environment makes for happy and productive employees.
• We recognize the importance of well-being and offer programs and benefits to support and sustain the mental and physical health of our employees and their families.
• We know that financial security is important to you and we’re here to help – competitive salaries and incentive programs, a defined contribution pension plan and an employee share option purchase program.
• We realize time away to recharge is a non-negotiable – we offer a generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with MD. Our team environment ensures you’re able to take time off without worrying about your clients.
• We understand that cost-effective banking solutions mean more money in your pocket – through our partnership with Scotia, we offer a variety of preferred banking, credit card, mortgage and home/auto insurance options and discounts.
• We love discounts. Through the WorkPerks program, as an employee of MD you’ll have access to thousands of discounts with various vendors across Canada

#LI-AD1#LI-AD1Location(s): Canada : Newfoundland and Labrador : St John’sScotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: “for every future”, we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Expected salary

Location

St. John’s, NL

Job date

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 23:10:26 GMT

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