About the role#
As a Financial Advisor Intern, you will manage relationships with high-value personal and small business clients. You will provide professional advice to help clients reach their goals and navigate key life events. You will work across everyday banking, investments, and credit to meet the needs of our clients.
What you'll do#
- Build and grow relationships with clients by understanding their motivations and concerns.
- Communicate effectively to uncover client needs and resolve concerns.
- Provide advice on complex credit and investment matters.
- Collaborate with partners in financial planning, retirement planning, mortgages, and business banking.
- Teach clients how to use digital tools to self-serve and manage their banking.
- Implement strategies to acquire new clients and retain existing ones.
What you'll need#
- Valid Mutual Funds accreditation, such as Investment Funds in Canada or the Canadian Securities Course.
- Completed Designated Financial Services Advisor (DFSA) designation.
- 2-3 years of sales experience in the financial services industry, specifically with credit and investments.
- Proven ability to build trust and maintain long-term client relationships.
- Digital literacy across devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
- Pursuing a degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Economics.
Location & details#
- Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About RBC
RBC is a global financial institution based in Toronto, Ontario. It operates as Canada's largest bank and maintains a presence in the United States and 27 other countries. The company employs over 100,000 people and serves more than 17 million clients. Its business model covers banking, investing, insurance, and capital markets.
How to get in at RBC
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