Lead Advisor, Wealth Management (Service)

Lead Advisor, Wealth Management (Service) BUILD SOMETHING PEOPLE LOVE Wealthsimple's mission is to help everyone achieve financial freedom – by making financial services simple, transparent, and low-cost. We're Canada's largest fintech, trusted by over 3 million clients with more than $100 billion in assets. We move fast, we own our work, and we care deeply about the people using our products. If that sounds like you, keep reading. We're proud of what we've built — and we're just getting started. Read our Culture Manual https://www.wealthsimple.com/en-ca/culture and learn more about how we work https://www.wealthsimple.com/en-ca/careers. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Lead Advisor on our Wealth Management team, you'll provide comprehensive support to our high net worth clients ($2MM+) throughout their journey with us. Unlike traditional wealth management roles, this position is fully salaried with no commission structure or sales targets. Your performance will be evaluated on a balanced scorecard focused entirely on delivering world-class client experiences. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Provide exceptional onboarding experiences for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition to Wealthsimple - Develop comprehensive financial plans tailored to each client's unique situation and goals - Create custom investment proposals that align with clients' financial objectives and risk tolerance - Proactively service client accounts, anticipating needs before they arise - Maintain regular communication with clients through phone, video, and in-person meetings - Apply your financial expertise to complex client situations involving corporations, trusts, and estates - Contribute your insights to improve our service offering and client experience SKILLS YOU’LL BRING: - CFP or IQFP designation required - CIM or CFA designation required - Additional designations including FEA, TEP, CPA, etc are a significant asset - Currently registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as an Associate Advising Representative (AAR) with a provincial securities regulator (e.g., OSC) or as an Associate Portfolio Manager (APM) with CIRO - 8+ years of experience in wealth management or financial advisory roles, specifically working with HNW/UHNW clients - Proven track record of delivering exceptional client service - Strong financial planning and investment management knowledge - Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly - Client-first mentality in all aspects of your work - Passion for helping clients achieve their financial goals - Technology-minded with the ability to leverage digital tools to enhance client experience - Bilingual (English/French) capability is a significant asset If you're passionate about providing unbiased financial advice and creating exceptional client experiences for $2MM clients in a modern, technology-enabled environment, we'd love to hear from you. WHY WEALTHSIMPLE? 🌸 Top-tier health benefits and life insurance 📈 Long-term group savings with employer match, through Wealthsimple for Business 🌴 20 vacation days, 4 wellness days, and unlimited sick and mental health days per year ✈️ 90 days away: work outside Canada for up to 90 days per year 👥 Employee resource groups, including Rainbow (2SLGBTQ), Women of WS, and Black at WS 🌎 We are a hybrid team with over 1,500 employees across North America. The people are one of the best parts of working here: you'll collaborate with incredibly talented, curious, and driven teammates who are deeply committed to doing great work. ICYMI Technology & Innovation at Wealthsimple: We move quickly and build thoughtfully. That means we're always looking for better ways to work — whether that's new tools, AI, or rethinking how we approach a problem. We don't expect you to have all the answers, but we do expect curiosity and a willingness to evolve alongside the products we're building. Inclusion Statement: We're building products for a divers ... (truncated, view full listing at source)