Associate, Financial Planning

Associate, Financial Planning

Location:

This posting is for an existing vacancy in Wellington‑Altuss Winnipeg office.

Our organization:
Founded in 2017, Wellington‑Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington‑Altus) 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.

-the top‑rated
* investment dealer in Canada and one of Canadas Best Managed Companies.

With over $45 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.
* Investment Executive 2025 Brokerage Report Card.

The opportunity:

Reporting to the team, the Associate, Financial Planning, supports the delivery of personalized financial planning and relationship management for a growing client base.

This role complements the lead advisor by handling financial plans, engaging clients in meaningful conversations about their goals, and guiding them through investment and planning decisions.

The Associate will build solid relationships, provide exceptional care, and develop expertise in advanced wealth planning over time.

• Financial Planning
  • Preparing and maintaining financial plans for clients, starting with foundational plans and progressing to more complex strategies.
  • Analyzing client asset mix and providing recommendations aligned with their financial goals.
  • Interpreting portfolio data and contributing to client‑ready materials.
• Relationship Management
  • Conducting client meetings to discuss financial plans, investment strategies, and life‑stage considerations.
  • Serving as a trusted resource for clients, offering guidance on evolving financial needs.
  • Working closely with the lead advisor to complement existing and new relationships.
  • Ensuring seamless communication and coordination within the team.
• Business Development
  • Meeting with clients to understand their financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment preferences.
  • Providing personalized investment advice and recommending suitable products and strategies to help clients achieve their objectives.
  • Assisting in onboarding new clients and ensuring a smooth transition into the firm’s services.
  • Supporting initiatives to deepen relationships and enhance client experience.
• Client Administration & Operations
  • Maintaining and updating client files, CRM data, and account documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Preparing reports, investment summaries, and meeting materials for advisors.
  • Handling scheduling, follow‑ups, and general correspondence with professionalism.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3‑5 years financial services industry experience working in a high‑growth environment.
• 3+ years experience in a customer/client‑service facing role.
• Equivalents of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in wealth management or other regulated industry is a strong asset.
• Working towards Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.
• CIRO licensing requirements such as passing the Canadian Investment Regulatory Exam (CIRE) and/or completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and the Conduct and Practices Handbook Course (CPH) are considered assets.
• Commitment to fulfilling Continuing Education (CE) requirements.
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• High level of accountability, reliability, adaptability, and innovation in accomplishing day‑to‑day work and long‑term goals.
• Proven ability to take initiative and work independently; a self‑starter who thrives in dynamic environments.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and integrity in all client interactions.
• Excellent attitude and commitment to providing extraordinary service.
• Exemplary interpersonal and influencing skills; an ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across multiple mediums (in‑person, over the phone, and virtually).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational…