About the Role
The Operations Officer is responsible for a variety of functions within the Digital Banking group, including client onboarding, problem resolution, customer communication, processing of transactions, and data input, all while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and superb customer service.
Responsibilities
- Perform a high level of Customer Service by promptly responding to client inquiries.
- Ensure customer satisfaction through product knowledge and adherence to policies.
- Resolve issues and escalate as needed.
- Facilitate the regulatory onboarding of customers efficiently, compliantly, and in a client-centric manner.
- Triage and escalate complex issues to management.
- Ensure all required record-keeping documentation is received.
- Confirm receipt of initial deposit and resolve discrepancies.
- Input deposit details accurately into the banking system.
- Review and process cheque deposits, incoming EFTs, returned items, and transfer requests for RRSP & TFSA.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years’ proven financial services operations experience.
- Exhibit sufficient judgment to detect, solve, or escalate problems efficiently and effectively.
- High level of accuracy in daily tasks.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
- Excellent oral/written communication skills.
- Excellent relationship management skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Must be able to operate effectively within a fast-paced environment with tight time frames.
- Strong Customer Service orientation.
- Able to perform well in a high volume, high intensity environment.
- Proficient computer skills including MS Office.
- May be required to be on call, and to work occasional weekend/holiday/evening hours.
- Ability to identify issues and deficiencies in the administration of procedures and processes.
- Must use autonomy to decide on the best option based on past experiences and guidelines.
- Complete responsibilities in a proficient and timely manner.
- Escalate issues to Manager when necessary.
- Ensure time sensitive functions are completed before the deadlines.
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check.
Skills
- Product knowledge of Deposit & Registered products (asset)
- MS Office proficiency
Location
- Toronto, ON
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 2 years’ financial services operations experience
Benefits
- Competitive discretionary bonus
- Market leading RRSP match program
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Maternity/Parental top-up
- Generous vacation policy and personal days
- Virtual events
- Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
About the Company
- EQ is remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day.
- EQ offers a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
- EQ has been challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences since 1970.
- EQ is looking for challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.
- EQB Inc. is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™.
- EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
Equal Opportunity
- EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported.
- We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives.
- We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
- We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment.
- If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
