THE OPPORTUNITYOdlum Brown is seeking an experienced, dynamic leader for the Kelowna office. This pivotal role connects advisor operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic business growth.

The Branch Manager, Kelowna supports advisory team members and works closely with Vice President Wealth Management, Head Wealth Management Enablement, and the Chief Compliance Officer to advance operational excellence and maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance, supervision, and oversight. This role calls for a leader who can build trusted relationships with advisors and key stakeholders, foster a high-performance culture, and act as a strategic partner to senior and executive leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Branch Leadership and Advisor Management Lead, mentor, and support Investment Advisors and support-team members in the Kelowna office

Cultivate a collaborative, high-performance, client-first culture aligned with the firm’s values and long-term strategy

Build trusted relationships with advisory teams and serve as a resource on business, compliance, and operational matters

Partner with Practice Management and Sales Leadership on advisor onboarding, succession planning, and talent development Operations Management Develop and execute branch goals and objectives

Contribute to improvements in internal controls, workflows, and operational processes

Oversee administrative functions and facility management

Manage branch budgets, including invoice review and expense reimbursement approvals

Liaise with IT on technology support, data security, and infrastructure needs

Collaborate with Marketing and Communications on firm and branch events People Leadership Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor Investment Assistants and branch support team members

Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to ensure professionalism and productivity





Manage Investment Assistant schedules and vacation coverage to ensure business continuity and client service levels are maintained Supervision and Risk Oversight Provide supervisory oversight for the branch, ensuring adherence to CIRO and firm policies and accurate supervisory documentation and records

Implement and maintain a comprehensive Portfolio Manager Supervision program

Support compliance with daily, monthly, and quarterly supervision activities, including: Trade reviews

Account activity monitoring

Client communications

Marketing and Communications approvals

Advisor conduct oversight

Outside business activities Collaborate with Compliance to enhance supervision frameworks, testing protocols, and monitoring programs

Provide regular reporting and recommendations to Senior Leadership on supervision outcomes, risk issues, and compliance trends

Assist with audits, internal investigations, and remediation of compliance findings

Stay current on regulatory developments and proactively implement required policy or process changes Client & Regulatory Issue Resolution Partner with Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Management to resolve client related issues promptly and professionally

Ensure alignment between regulatory obligations and the preservation of strong client relationships

Serve as a regional escalation point and trusted advisor on regulatory matters IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE Proven experience in branch leadership or advisory management within the Canadian wealth management industry

Completion or current enrollment in the CIRO Supervisor Exam

In-depth knowledge of Canadian securities regulations, particularly CIRO

Strong client-facing and relationship building capabilities

Solid understanding of advisor business models, operational needs,



and client service delivery

Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentorship skills

Excellent judgment, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities

Strong presentation and training skills, with the ability to facilitate best-practice sharing and connect operational enhancements to elevated client service

Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational and supervisory responsibilities WHAT WE OFFERA culture of openness, collaboration and respect is foundational to our firm. We are a diverse, driven group of individuals who 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 career development opportunities to expand your career.

This role has an expected base salary of $145,000 - $160,000/year, plus profit sharing and the opportunity for performance bonuses.

Our team is growing, and we have 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 by November 27, 2026.

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 are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected].

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.

📌 Branch Manager, Kelowna
🏢 Odlum Brown
📍 Kelowna