CI Financial

Associate Wealth Advisor

CI Financial$80K — $155K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree or MBA preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in Wealth Management with high net worth clients.
  • Professional certifications like CFP, CFA, CPA, JD, or MBA required.
  • Demonstrated history of managing client relationships effectively.
  • Strong growth mindset focused on client retention and satisfaction.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Commitment to ethical behavior and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary advisor and relationship manager for key clients.
  • Lead client meetings ensuring proactive communication and high service levels.
  • Coordinate delivery of comprehensive client solutions including wealth management.
  • Identify client investment needs through a comprehensive discovery process.
  • Build referral networks and participate in business development activities.
  • Mentor Associate Wealth Advisors and Wealth Planners.
  • Stay informed about finance markets, tax laws, and planning strategies.

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
  • Four subsidized Medical Plan options
  • Employer-paid Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
  • Corporate Discount Program
  • Training Reimbursement and Paid Professional Designations
  • Volunteer days for community service participation.
Full Job Description

Responsibilities 

  • Support Wealth Advisor in delivering exceptional services to clients, with the potential to lead less complex client relationships.  

  • Advanced capability of all wealth, investment, and financial planning processes   

  • Begins to prepare and make recommendations for client financial plans and investments and portfolio allocations  

  • Assist in preparation for client meetings, documenting discussions, and drives client follow-up.  

  • Mentoring others and providing oversight of work  

  • Primary role is as secondary advisor  

  • Begins to progress to greater independence related to client execution items and ultimately client relationship management and independent decisions  

  • Business process - understanding of client contracts, fee schedules and the onboarding process  

  • Solid/active relationships with COI peers; provides critical support to client team revenue   

Qualifications & Requirements 

  • Bachelor’s degree  

  • 4-8 years’ experience  

  • CFP, CFA, CPA, JD, or MBA required   

  • Advanced knowledge of financial planning concepts and processes  

  • Experience with the following technology: Salesforce, Portfolio Accounting Software, DocuSign, Microsoft Suite, Planning Software 

Competencies listing for Job Family 

  • Developing others  

  • Relationship/Practice Management  

  • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and organization skills  

  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing  

  • High emotional intelligence and situational awareness  

  • A proactive approach to work, with the ability to take ownership of projects and see them through to completion 

This position description is intended to provide a general overview of the expectations and responsibilities of this position and may not include all tasks that may be assigned. As the nature of business demands change, so may the functions of this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned with or without notice. 

Pay Information 

This position is exempt and is paid according to the laws of the State of California. The pay range for this position is $80,000-$155,700 USD per year. We are required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. 

Physical Requirements
  • This position requires the physical capabilities to work in an office environment, which may include prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Corient seeks to make reasonable accommodations that enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties when possible.
  • This position may require the ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
  • This position is required to work onsite 4 days per week.

About CI Financial

CI Financial is a diversified wealth management firm and one of the largest investment companies in Canada. The company offers a wide range of investment products and services, including mutual funds, ETFs, segregated funds, and alternative investments. CI Financial serves individual investors, financial advisors, and institutional clients across Canada and around the world. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Learn more about CI Financial
Size
1,793 employees
Market Cap
$1.7 billion
Industry
NASDAQ

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