Odlum Brown Limited
WHO WE ARE
Anchored in our purpose to help clients achieve their financial goals, Odlum Brown has remained an independent, full-service investment firm for over 100 years. Wholly owned by its team members, the firm continues its tradition of leadership in the financial community as one of BC’s most respected investment firms.
We are honoured to be nationally recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and one of Canada’s Most AdmiredTM Corporate Cultures, and to share the achievement of a century in business with our valued team members, clients and communities.
CULTURE AND VALUES
Guided by a set of timeless core values – Clients First, People, Accountability, Independence, Integrity and Community – we are very proud of the vibrant, ever-evolving culture that we have built over the years. These values are the cornerstone of our culture and the principles that provide a compass for our actions and unify us as a team.
PEOPLE
We have skiers, mountain bikers, hockey players, runners, volleyball players, movie buffs, bookworms, animal lovers, musicians, yogis, world travelers – all with diverse backgrounds and experiences to share from around the globe.
You will work with really interesting people and make great friends, too.
COMMUNITY
We are serious about supporting the communities where we live and work. A recipient of a Canada’s Volunteer Award from the Government of Canada, we are committed in heart and mind to everything we do in the community, and we work hard to inspire passion and fun while doing it.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Continuous learning matters. We are committed to providing career-long support for learning and growth.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We have an opportunity for an Investment Assistant to join our award-winning firm in the Vancouver office.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Working with Portfolio Managers Brent Poirier , Bjorn Read-Friedmann and Mark Comeau on a five-person team, the ideal candidate is client-focused and detailed-oriented.
You take ownership of your responsibilities, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a culture that values client service, teamwork, and continuous growth. We are passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and guiding them through all stages of life with personalized investment advice.
If you are looking for a long-term opportunity with Portfolio Managers that support professional development and high standards, we would love to meet you.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Portfolio and Administrative Support
- Handle account openings and transfers
- Process transactions such as wires, EFTs, contributions, withdrawals, and transfersin a timely manner
- Prepare investment performance reports and quarterly reports
- Document transactions and client communications and ensure regulatory compliance
Client Support and Relationship Management
- Collaborate with portfolio managers and client service teams to deliver a seamless client experience and contribute to internal improvements
- Respond to client calls and emails, resolve inquiries regarding account activity, performance, and documentation, and escalating issues as needed
- Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with KYC/AML regulations
- Execute mutual fund, equity and fixed income trades
- Schedule and prepare materials for client meetings, including portfolio reviews and investment proposals
COMPETENCIES
- Analysis – Assess quantitative and qualitative data, information, or situations to understand the most important details, identify patterns or meaning, and translate it into useful recommendations, decisions, or actions
- Coordination – Prioritize, organize, and manage information, people, assets, resources, messages, tasks and/or activities to achieve a goal within timelines
- Customer Service – Determine needs, capture relevant information, apply internal policy or regulation, and escalate and prioritize the requests of customers to answer inquiries, fulfill transactions, or resolve issues
- Digital Literacy – Use technology, tools, and online resources to find, create, and communicate information or apply new digital tools or systems to do our work, while staying safe and responsible in digital environments
- Investment and Portfolio Management – Develop, implement, and monitor investment strategies to grow assets, manage risk, and achieve financial goals, while providing informed guidance and support to clients or stakeholders
- Product Knowledge – Maintain and deepen knowledge of company products, services and/or applications in order to align features, benefits, and uses to client or stakeholder needs
- Regulatory Knowledge – Understand and apply relevant laws, regulations, and standards to meet legal and ethical requirements and reduce risk for clients and the organization
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years of investment industry experience
- Completion or enrollment of the Canadian Securities Course and the Conduct and Practices Handbook Course to meet the qualifications necessary to be approved as an Investment Representative
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Knowledge of Broadridge’s Dataphile and/or Salesforce is an asset
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Articulate, tactful and confident interacting with clients
- Exceptional attention to detail and skilled at working efficiently and accurately
- A team player with a proven record of building trusting and productive relationships
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Disciplined, driven and operates with a high level of accountability
WHAT WE OFFER
A culture of openness, collaboration and respect is foundational to our firm. We genuinely care about one another and encourage and appreciate each other’s contributions.
We believe in rewarding team members and do this by providing a competitive total rewards package that is fair and equitable; mentorship programs; and a variety of professional development opportunities to expand your career. This role has an expected salary and commission range of $55,000 – $65,000/year, plus the potential for bonuses.
Our team is growing, and we’ve got room for one more if you’re interested. If this sounds like the environment you’d like to work in and you have the credentials and experience for this role, we invite you to submit a cover letter and resume (quoting job requisition 1000-8) to by July 18, 2025.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Full disclosure of any restrictions must be disclosed at the time of expressing interest and supporting evidence provided prior to any potential offer of employment.
We appreciate your interest and thank you for taking the time to consider this opportunity. We will be in touch with individuals whose profiles most closely match what’s needed to be successful in this role.
