Senior Manager, Managed Accounts Supervision
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Wellington-Altus
Senior Manager, Managed Accounts Supervision
Location
Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Date Posted
December 27, 2024
**Location:** This in-office position can be based out of our Toronto or Winnipeg office.
**Our organization:** Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. is the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc. With more than $35 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers and their high-net-worth clients.
**The opportunity:** Reporting to the Vice-President, Investments & Lead Portfolio Manager, the Senior Manager, Managed Accounts Supervision is registered with CIRO to supervise the activities of Portfolio Managers of Wellington-Altus Private Wealth (WAPW) with a focus on internal managed account platforms and business standards. The successful candidate will also play a key role in the oversight of Wellington-Altus Private Counsel (WAPC) and Wellington-Altus USA (WA USA).
**Key responsibilities include:**
- Conducting supervision activities focused on managed accounts including reviewing and approving trade alerts and reports, account opening, KYC and IPS updates.
- Managing the regulatory obligation of direct supervision over Associate Portfolio Managers to ensure they develop appropriate standards and systems as Portfolio Managers.
- Assisting in the ongoing maintenance of a Portfolio Management Approval Process to vet internal candidates.
- Supporting the creation and maintenance of supervision programs for managed accounts.
- Participating in internal compliance reviews or external regulator audits.
- Continually looking for ways to improve the firm’s system of compliance and supervision.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
**The ideal candidate will possess:**
- A bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a similar field of study.
- Successful completion of the proficiency requirements for a Supervisor including Canadian Securities Course, Conduct and Practices Handbook, Branch Managers Course, CFA or CIM.
- Minimum of 10+ years financial services experience, preferably working for a Dealer Member or ICPM.
- In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry, including regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency with the MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
- High accountability, reliability, adaptability, and innovation in work.
- Exemplary interpersonal and influencing skills; ability to communicate and work collaboratively.
- High tolerance for ambiguity; highly adaptive and able to manage competing priorities.
- Strong critical thinking and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with effective prioritization.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
**Conditions of employment:**
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- A background check may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment.
Wellington-Altus Private Wealth is committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from diverse individuals. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply. If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application.
**To apply:** Click the Apply for This Job button to submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. More information about working at Wellington-Altus can be found on our website at www.wellington-altus.com.