Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

A member of RBC Phillips, Hager & North Investment Counsel, the Associate Investment Counsellor (AIC) works with experienced Investment Counsellors (IC) to construct customized investment strategies for high-net-worth (HNW) individuals, trusts, and charitable foundations. 

The AIC is responsible for assisting ICs in implementing the strategy and managing and monitoring the client portfolios on an ongoing basis.  Under the mentorship of an IC, the AIC must exhibit client acquisition skills and the ability to actively close HNW target prospects. 

The ultimate purpose of this role is for the AIC to develop the necessary skills to transition to the role of IC over a two-year period.

What will you do?

Develop internal and external referral networksDevelop and execute a business planDevelop, document, and maintain a profile for each client including next steps to increase and solidify relationshipsAttend client meetings as required, including prospect and annual review meetingsConduct effective client discoveryImplement action plans and proactively manage client portfolios; monitoring and rebalancing portfolios ensuring consistency with Investment Policy Statements and portfolio risk management strategies and policiesAct as primary contact for clients with respect to questions and inquiries regarding their portfoliosEnsure that all actions taken meet RBC Phillips, Hager & North Investment Counsel and industry compliance requirements

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

University degree, preferably in Business or EconomicsChartered Financial Analyst designationPortfolio management experienceAbility to communicate with clients about investment, economic, financial, and taxation issuesExceptional written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience within the investment industryCFP certification 

What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper.  We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilitiesOpportunities to building close relationships with clients

The expected base salary range for this position is $62,000 - $110,000 -- depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn considerably more through RBC’s robust discretionary bonus program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

Drives RBC’s high-performance cultureEnables collective achievement of our strategic goalsGenerates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Client Counseling, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Finance, Financial Analysis, High Net Worth Individuals, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Interpersonal Relationships, Investment Banking, Investment Consulting, Investment Management, Investments, Investment Strategies, Portfolio Management, Private Banking, Product Services, Wealth Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

VANCOUVER MAIN BRANCH (B), 1055 GEORGIA ST W:VANCOUVER

City:

VANCOUVER

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-06-10

Application Deadline:

2025-08-31

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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