BMO Financial Group

Wealth Sales & Service

AdministrativeAssociate

$0–0k Surrey, British Columbia, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Administrative Associate at BMO Financial Group. Skills: Client service, Administrative support, Investment knowledge. Support Investment Advisors and branch operations.. Provide exceptional client service.”

What You'll Achieve.

Support achievement of business objectives.; Managing and growing client relationships.; Retaining long-term client relationships.; Delivering an exceptional client experience.; Retain and grow relationships.

Industry & Context.

Wealth Sales & Service
Problems you'll solve

Analytical and problem solving skills - Good.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Typically between 3 – 5 years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience., Advanced knowledge of investment process and procedures., Advanced knowledge of administrative process and procedures as contained in Sales Administration Manual., Advanced knowledge of proprietary products and services in order to identify potential products and services to client needs and advising IA(s)., Knowledge of compliance practices and regulations., Knowledge of trade processing rules., Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course & Conduct and Practices Handbook., Current registration as Investment Representative (IR)., 10 CO credits/Compliance training over a 2 year cycle to meet Mandatory IIROC Continuing Education requirement.

Nice to Have

Knowledge of Insurance and group products is an asset, Knowledge of Trust and Estate services is an asset, Knowledge of Financial/Retirement planning.

What You'll Do.

Support Investment Advisors and branch operations.

Provide exceptional client service.

Manage and grow client relationships.

Book meetings with new prospects.

Coordinate marketing activities.

Schedule and prepare client portfolio reviews.

Follow up on client inquiries.

Resolve client complaints.

Execute client initiated trades.

Handle clients’ general day-to-day requests.

Generate reports and documents.

Maintain and organize client database.

Monitor incoming and outgoing assets.

Administer and process documentation.

Monitor redocumentation of client accounts.

Ensure transactions and tasks are completed.

Mentor and coach new team members.

Provide support on technology issues.

Gather and distribute information.

Develop rapport and instill confidence with clients.

Assist with managing a portfolio of clients.

Support IA’s in client investment needs.

Work collaboratively within the market.

Follow through on risk and compliance processes.

Protect the Bank's assets and clients’ assets.

Maintain the confidentiality of client and Bank information.

Complete complex & diverse tasks.

Analyze issues and determine next steps.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Works collaboratively within the market, BMO partners and the community to build relationships and deliver the desired customer experience.; Provides team members with support on technology issues, use of new technology, and general inquiries and escalations related to policies, procedures, and processing.; Ensures transactions and tasks are appropriately assigned to team members and completed.; Mentors and coaches new or junior members to the team and branch.

Communication Scope

Verbal & written communication skills - Good.

Full Job Description

Application Deadline: 05/31/2026 Address: 1959 152 Street Job Family Group: Wealth Sales & Service Supports one or more Investment Advisors (IAs) and IA Team and staff, and branch operations with day-to-day administration and provides exceptional client service to support achievement of business objectives. A client-focused role, committed to managing and growing client relationships through the delivery of service and advice. * Books meetings with new prospects and prepares introductory package for the prospect/referral. * Coordinates marketing activities on behalf of the advisory team, including website, social media initiatives, client recognition for meaningful life events, and the planning of client events. * Schedules and helps prepare client portfolio reviews for the Investment Advisors including setting up client calls, scheduling meetings, preparing reviews and provides updates to IA. * Follows up on client inquiries, account maintenance, new accounts set-up, transfers and remitting funds from registered and non-registered accounts upon client’s request. * Resolves client complaints in a timely and effective manner; escalates as required. * Accepts and executes client initiated trades over the phone or in person and provides stock information as requested. * Handles clients’ general day-to-day requests and inquiries including basic money movement (e.g., wires, transfers), technology issues, and account opening and update, and follows up in a timely and confidential manner. * Generates reports and documents for IAs and clients as requested and processes items for client accounts and files. * Maintains and organizes client database and client files. * Monitors incoming and outgoing assets and notifies IA of required actions to rebalance portfolios. * Administers and processes documentation related to client files and regulatory requirements. * Monitors redocumentation of client accounts on regular cycle to ensure client information and documentation is up-to-

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