Job Description Summary
At Cardinal Point Capital Management ULC, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional client experiences across the U.S. and Canada. As a Client Relationship Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting our clients, team members, and custodial partners by ensuring smooth onboarding, accurate account administration, and outstanding day-to-day service. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, client-focused professional who thrives in a dynamic, independent work environment and enjoys being at the center of operational excellence in a growing wealth management firm.
This role is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
- Build strong client relationships and provide responsive, courteous support via phone, email, text, and client portals.
- Manage account documentation, onboarding tasks, and related data gathering for multiple U.S. and Canadian custodians.
- Handle cashiering and transactional requests including transfers, wires, EFTs, and checks.
- Answer inquiries from clients and internal team members in a timely and professional manner.
- Train clients on how to use portals, systems, and other digital tools.
- Maintain and adhere to client-related compliance policies and procedures that support investment strategies.
- Coordinate the collection of tax-related documents to support client filings.
- Serve as the primary liaison with custodians to resolve account and transactional issues.
- Identify and propose process improvements to enhance efficiency with custodial partners.
- Participate in strategic projects and committees that support firm-wide initiatives and operational growth.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree.
- Acute attention to detail and strong organizational/time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Relationship-building skills and comfort partnering with clients, custodians, and internal teams.
- A solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently.
- Proficiency with Salesforce, Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with NetRep, Dataphile, and NetX360 is advantageous.
- Completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) is considered an asset.
- An interest or background in athletics - especially hockey (preferred).
- A collaborative and humble approach that aligns with our culture of integrity and diligence.
This position is an exempt position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $60,000-$70,000 base salary compensation range. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.
Cardinal Point, Focus Partners Canada is a Canadian-U.S. wealth management company created to service the sophisticated needs of high-net-worth families. Our financial advisors operate under the fiduciary standard and understand that your wealth, family, interests, and values are all interconnected. We are dedicated to providing investment management, financial, estate, and tax planning solutions to residents of Canada and the U.S., Canadians moving to the U.S., Americans moving to Canada, and Canadian and U.S. expats living abroad. Cardinal Point is part of Focus, a leading financial services firm comprised of wealth management, family office, and business management services. For more about Cardinal Point, visit: cardinalpointwealth.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.
Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.
EEO Statement: Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.
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