Regional Financial Advisor - CU Wealth Essentials

Atlantic Canada (Remote)

CU Financial Management is committed to delivering exceptional financial planning services that empower individuals, families, and businesses to achieve their financial goals. As industry leaders, we leverage cutting-edge technology to provide comprehensive financial planning solutions to clients across the region. Our dedication to client success and financial planning excellence sets us apart, and we take pride in the impact we make on our clients’ financial well-being. We’re invested in Atlantic Canada. We live here, we work here, and we know that what when our clients are successful, our communities thrive.

About Us

In 2020, a group of innovative Atlantic Canadian credit unions came together to ensure their members had access to top-tier financial advice. They brought together professional advisors from across the region to build an organization grounded in the values that their members know and trust. Today, CU Financial Management supports members and non-members, providing expert advice across our four provinces.

Check out our story: cufm.ca/about-us

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits, administrative support, and professional growth and development opportunities. Our commitment to employee well-being includes a supportive and flexible work environment, continuous learning, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in our clients’ financial lives.

The Role

Be part of a unique and growing team! At CU Financial Management, we are passionate about giving our members the right advice at the right time and ALWAYS delivering value. Our members’ financial health directly impacts our communities’ financial health, and we are committed to doing our part.

As a Regional Financial Advisor, CU Wealth Essentials, you will guide CU Financial Management members through their financial journey, 100% virtually!

We are seeking a tech-savvy, engaging, organized and innovative team player with a background in providing great financial advice and a passion for helping people achieve their financial goals. The ability to provide superior customer service and experience while adding value to our existing members is the key priority of this role. We are committed to making every interaction meaningful. As part of our larger advice team, you will also have access to a network of experienced advisors to work with and learn from and the opportunity to grow in various career paths. We are dedicated to providing a positive work environment that encourages professional development, personal growth, and giving back to our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively make and take calls from new and existing insurance and investment clients, with the goal of providing holistic advice.
Servicing existing mutual fund accounts and account opening.
Looking for opportunities for CU Financial Management to offer deeper engagements with members.
Fact-finding and ensuring that members’ needs are matched with the appropriate level of advice and service
Providing members with a compelling virtual experience from start to finish that they will want to tell their friends about
Collaborating with team members to bring forward new and innovative ideas to make lives easier
Staying compliant and ensuring you maintain an organized workplace and CRM

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of relevant experience
Mutual Fund sales and service experience
Insurance sales and service experience (an asset)
Strong knowledge and passion for financial planning
Experience doing business over the phone and virtually
Strong knowledge and understanding of the Mutual Fund Industry, Compliance and Dealer Operations practices
Availability on a variable schedule Monday to Friday between 8 am to 8 pm

Necessary Licenses

Valid and active Mutual Funds license
Valid and active Life License or willingness to obtain within the first year of employment (paid for by CU Financial Management)

At CU Financial Management, we embody core values: Ethics, Responsibility, Trust, Community, Expertise, and Empathy. We are not just looking for qualifications but also for individuals who share and demonstrate these values.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of growth and development. As an employee, you’ll have access to opportunities for advancement. Excelling in your role opens doors to taking on more responsibilities, acquiring new skills, and advancing your career within our rapidly growing organization.

We’re committed to your growth because we believe in growing together. We’d love to hear from you if you seek a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a company that values your contributions and actively supports your professional journey.

Why Join CU Financial Management?

The option to work remotely or in one of our offices (depending on the location of the candidate)
Competitive salary and quarterly incentive plan
Generous benefits package including company-paid Flexible Health and Dental Plan, sick time, personal days and 5% contribution in a Defined Contribution Pension Plan & 2% group matching
Licensing fees and all relevant professional development programs covered (CFP, etc.)
Flexibility and work-life balance
Annual Vacation begins at 20 days
Annual Wellness Credit of $500

How to Apply: If you are a Financial Advisor with a passion for delivering financial planning services and a commitment to client success, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and expertise to danny.whalen@cufm.ca

Application Deadline: April 19, 2024.

Compensation: The starting salary ranges between $55,000 and $65,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus a bonus opportunity of up to 30% of the base salary.

Location: Atlantic Canada (Remote)