THE OPPORTUNITY
Odlum 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 robust 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 OFFER
A 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 professional 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.

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.

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📌 Branch Manager, Kelowna (British Columbia)
🏢 Odlum Brown
📍 British Columbia