Careers

We are searching for a Portfolio Manager to join our Investment Advisory team. The Portfolio Manager Job requires an individual who will manage and grow the discretionary account programs at Caldwell Securities Ltd. If you are dedicated and ambitious, Caldwell is an excellent place to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-Day Portfolio Management:

• • Buying and selling securities in client portfolios to support investment objectives and individual client needs.
  • Working closely with Investment Advisors, operations, trading and compliance teams.

Ongoing Duties and Responsibilities:

• • • Writing a quarterly commentary for each managed account program for client distribution.
    • Assisting in the generation of investment policy statements.
    • Evaluating the performance of investment portfolios in the achievement of client goals.
    • Ensuring compliance with industry rules and regulations.
    • Creating and maintaining metrics to report progress and support decision-making at the team or organization level.
    • Communicating with clients and their Investment Advisors about their accounts, market conditions and economic trends.
    • Participating in the activities of Caldwell’s Investment Management committee.

Marketing and Sales:

• • • Marketing the firm’s discretionary account programs to Caldwell Investment Advisors.
    • Assisting in the development of marketing materials.
    • Developing and conducting seminars for Investment Advisors and for Investment Advisors with their clients.
    • Meeting with clients and prospects.
    • Analyzing and appraising the effectiveness of marketing methods, costs and results.

Position Requirements:

Four years of relevant investment management experience with an IIROC member firm.
Graduate or Undergraduate degree in Finance or Commerce is an asset.
Completion of the following courses and/or designations:

• • • • • Canadian Securities Course (CSC)
        • Conduct and Practices Handbook Course (CPH)
        • Canadian Investment Manager Designation or Chartered Investment Manager Designation (CIM) or CFA Charter administered by the CFA Institute (CFA)
        • The following courses would be considered an asset:
          • • • Derivatives Fundamentals Course (DFC)
              • Options Licensing Course ((OLC)
              • Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing Course (DFOLC)
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to present information to different audiences
    • A strong commitment to customer service
    • Disciplined work ethic and committed to producing excellence in work output
    • Advanced working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office products
    • Proficiency in Capital IQ and Bloomberg is an asset
    • Experience with Dataphile is an asset
    • Good working knowledge of the Google suite of products is also an asset
    • High ethical standards and integrity
    • Flexibility to multi-task from one job to another
    • Excellent organization skills, time management skills and self-motivation
    • Natural curiosity and drive to learn
    • An entrepreneurial spirit

What We Offer:

• • • A comprehensive total rewards program
    • Competitive base pay, incentive opportunity and group benefits
    • A progressive and high-performance team environment

Our Workplace:

We regard our employees as our most valuable asset and strive to create positive workplace culture and an environment that is fair, equitable, respectful and supportive. We encourage you to submit your application online for an opportunity to become part of our team.

Join Caldwell and be part of a highly engaged and collaborative team, where employees:

(i) can reach their full potential,
(ii) consistently deliver high-quality client experiences; and
(iii) produce significant results.

Caldwell is an equal opportunity employer.

As an essential business, Caldwell is practicing “physical distancing measures” and PPE related to COVID-19, with required staff working on premises.

Caldwell Securities Ltd. is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity. We are dedicated to removing barriers in the recruitment and selection processes. We encourage members of equity seeking groups, including people with disabilities, to apply. Should you require accommodation, we will take into account your accessibility requirements. If we call you for an interview or any selection process, please notify us about your accommodation needs.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No telephone inquiries please.