Assistant Branch Operations Manager
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Role Description The Assistant Branch Operations Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Montreal, QC, supporting the efficient and compliant day-to-day operations of the branch. This role works closely with the Branch Operations Manager, advisors, and support staff to ensure accurate processing of client transactions, account documentation, and operational workflows. Responsibilities include overseeing administrative procedures, monitoring adherence to policies and regulatory requirements, coordinating branch audits, and helping maintain strong risk and control practices. The role also assists with staff onboarding and training, resolving operational issues, liaising with head office and custodians, and contributing to process improvements that enhance client service and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of branch operations, securities administration, and wealth management processes.
- Experience with compliance, risk management, and regulatory requirements in the investment or financial services industry.
- Proficiency with office and financial systems (e.g., CRM platforms, portfolio management tools, Microsoft Office).
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with advisors, staff, and clients.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and sound judgment in handling complex operational issues.
- Previous experience in a branch operations, supervisory, or leadership capacity within financial services is an asset.
- Post-secondary education in finance, business, or a related field; relevant industry courses or designations (e.g., CSC, IFIC) are an asset.
- Ability to work on-site in Montreal, QC and support a client-focused, inclusive, and high-integrity team culture.
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Responsibilities
Support the Branch Operations Manager in managing daily branch operations, including transaction processing, account documentation, administrative workflows, compliance monitoring, and audit coordination. Help onboard and train staff, resolve operational issues, liaise with head office and custodians, and improve processes to strengthen risk controls and client service.
Requirements
Requires strong knowledge of branch operations, securities administration, and wealth management, along with experience in compliance, risk management, and financial services regulations. A post-secondary education in finance, business, or a related field is sought; relevant courses or designations such as CSC or IFIC are assets, as is prior branch operations or supervisory experience.
Skills
- Branch Operations
- Securities Administration
- Wealth Management
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- Regulatory Requirements
- Transaction Processing
- Account Documentation
- Audit Coordination
- Staff Onboarding
- Staff Training
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Organization
- Time Management
- Process Improvement
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Administrative
Keywords
- Branch Operations
- Securities Administration
- Wealth Management
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- Regulatory Requirements
- Client Transactions
- Account Documentation
- Operational Workflows
- Branch Audits
- Risk Controls
- Staff Onboarding
- Staff Training
- Head Office Liaison
- Custodians
- Process Improvement
- Client Service
- CRM Platforms
- Portfolio Management Tools
- Microsoft Office
- CSC
- IFIC
- Financial Services
- Investment Management