Investment Specialist, Administrative Assistant - Vancouver (Cantonese Language Asset)

　　Requisition ID: 191889

　　Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

　　The Mobile Advice Team (MAT) is looking for a dynamic self-starter who embraces a team environment and shares our passion to helping each and every client realize their financial dreams! The Investment Specialist, Administrative Assistant is an excellent opportunity to be part of a vibrant, enthusiastic and high-energy team.

　　Contributes to the overall success of the Mobile Advice Team (MAT) in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

　　The Investment Specialist, Administrative Assistant is primarily responsible for working with Investment Specialists to support the development of new wealth management business acquisitions and relationships in target markets. Within this partnership model, the incumbent is an essential resource in the successful execution of day-to-day operational activities including, providing timely support, and delivering exceptional client experiences. In addition to enabling the growth and servicing of the Investment Specialists client-base, the incumbent is responsible to support and contribute to a national Administration team.

　　Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

　　Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge

　　Support operational excellence through the execution of day-to-day activities, such as:

　　Create, prepare, and maintain new and existing client records within the Customer Relationship Management tool (Salesforce), including the consistent application of the ‘Salesforce 8’ framework

　　Create, prepare, and submit accurate documentations, and follow-up when needed, such as: Transfers, Adjustments/Unlocking, Mutual Fund purchases, Mutual Fund switches/redemptions, Estate administration, Expense management

　　Complete accurate data entry activities, such as: Morningstar Advisor Workstation (research and analytics tool) and BluePrint (financial planning tool)

　　Create, maintain, and monitor reports/dashboards to support Investment Specialists in building their book of business

　　Influence a service excellence culture through the delivery of exceptional client experiences, such as:

　　Take ownership of client communication (includes proactive/reactive outreach) by diligently preparing, organizing, and ensuring timely delivery of client correspondence, and maintaining accurate client records

　　Be a Trusted Business Partner; build cross-functional partnerships to optimize business outcomes

　　Foster collaboration, and contribute to a thriving national team environment by:

　　Participate in territory, regional and national tasks/activities/events

　　Facilitate a team culture of open and honest communication

　　Encourage the generation of new ideas and approaches

　　Actively share knowledge and experience to enhance the development of all team members

　　Actively participate and contribute to coaching sessions, touchpoints and team meetings

　　Develop and execute a meaningful employee development plan, and continuously seek development opportunities

　　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, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for Business Conduct

　　Do you have the skills that will enable you to success in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

　　Post-secondary degree in business or a related field, or equivalent working experience

　　Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment

　　Solid understanding of the investment sales process, gained through experience in financial planning/sales role, and familiarity with the interrelationships among people, products, processes, and technology

　　Self-motivated and disciplined with solid organizational and effective task prioritization skills

　　Strong processing and inputting skills coupled with a high attention to detail and follow-through capabilities

　　Outstanding interpersonal, communication and listening skills (empathetic skills)

　　Ability to build rapport, establish trust and communicate effectively

　　Ability to work in a faced-paced dynamic environment along with multiple partners and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives

　　Possess a growth mindset, which involves having the desire to continuously develop skills, knowledge and experiences through active learning and curiosity

　　Working knowledge of the various sales tools and technology platforms (e.g., Salesforce, IntraLink, IP, Blueprint, Morningstar, etc.) is an asset

　　You are bilingual, English and Cantonese, pursuant to a language needs assessment conducted by Scotiabank, the successful candidate will be required to be able to communicate in English and Cantonese because they will serve and English and Cantonese speaking clientele

　　What’s in it for you?

　　Ability to make a lasting impact on an assigned book of customers

　　An inclusive culture where we value and recognize our employees’ contributions

　　An organization committed to making a difference in our communities – for you and your customers

　　Location(s): Canada : British Columbia : Vancouver || Canada : British Columbia : Burnaby || Canada : British Columbia : Richmond

　　Scotiabank 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, pleaseclick here (https://www.scotiabank.com/careers/en/careers/technical-support-for-applicants.html) . 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.