Royal Bank of Canada

Associate Portfolio Manager

Royal Bank of Canada$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University Degree in Economics or Business
  • CFA Designation (Chartered Financial Analyst)
  • 3 years of portfolio management experience
  • 5 years of investment industry experience
  • Strong team player with individual contributor skills

Responsibilities

  • Identify, investigate, and resolve client inquiries
  • Attend client prospect and annual review meetings
  • Maintain timely communication with internal and external contacts
  • Implement action plans and manage client portfolios for optimal performance
  • Monitor and rebalance portfolios according to investment policies
  • Contribute to team revenue growth and client retention
  • Assist in developing client profiles for relationship building
  • Input trades and manage account documentation and compliance

Benefits

  • Challenging work opportunities
  • Diverse assignments
  • Financial stability of the company
  • Prestigious brand recognition
  • Supportive management for career progression
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

As an Associate Portfolio Manager, you are a key member of a professional team charged with building and managing a high performance investment counselling franchise, the Associate works with experienced Investment Counsellors to construct customized investment strategies for high net worth individuals, trust, and charitable foundations.

What will you do?
  • Proactively identify, investigate and resolve client inquiries and provide the Investment Counsellors with recommendations for resolution for complex situations
  • Attend client meetings as required, including prospect and annual review meetings
  • Proactively maintain timely written, verbal and electronic communication with other support groups internally and with external contacts
  • Assist in implementing action plans and proactively manage client portfolios to ensure best performance and service results for every client portfolio
  • Assist in monitoring and rebalancing portfolios to ensure they are managed consistently with current Investment Policy Statements and portfolio risk management strategies and policies
  • Contribute to meeting team objectives by retaining and growing the team's high net worth customers
  • As an APM, you would assist in developing a profile for each client which would include next steps to increase and solidify the relationship
  • You will input trades where required, address compliance requirements and assist with ensuring all account documentation is completed


What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
  • University Degree in a related field ( Economics and/or Business )
  • CFA Designation ( Chartered Financial Analyst )
  • Minimum 3 years portfolio management experience
  • Minimum 5 years investment industry experience
  • Strong individual contributor and great team player/support


Nice-to-have
  • CFP Designation ( Certified Financial Planner )
  • Marketing / Sales Background
  • Demonstrated presentation skills
  • Fluency in English and French


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.
  • Challenging work
  • Variety of assignments
  • Financial strength and a strong brand
  • Prestige
  • Management that supports your work and progression


Job Skills
Client Counseling, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Interpersonal Relationships, Investment Banking, Investment Consulting, Investment Management, Private Banking, Product Services

Additional Job Details

Address:

10111 104 AVE NW:EDMONTON

City:

Edmonton

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-09-02

Application Deadline:

2026-09-09
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

About Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada Careers

Join the dynamic team at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a global leader in financial services and a company committed to excellence and innovation. At RBC, we offer a wide range of job opportunities that empower professionals to shape their career paths with leadership, diversity training, and continuous growth.

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At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

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