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Financial Planner Recruiting, LLC lists this Associate Advisor opportunity in pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate Advisor
Our client is a boutique wealth management firm located in Pittsburgh, PA. They are seeking an Associate Advisor to join their team. This person supports the advisory team in delivering ongoing service to clients by preparing for client meetings, assisting with planning-related tasks, and coordinating follow-up items. This role plays a key part in maintaining the day-to-day servicing needs of client relationships and ensuring internal processes are followed.
Essential Functions and Duties:
Supports the lead advisor in maintaining strong client relationships by assisting with day-to-day servicing needs, drafting client communication, capturing meeting notes, and creating and tracking action items.
Prepares and generates client review materials for assigned clients in alignment with firm standards.
Drafts and implements financial plans and action items under the supervision of the Lead/Senior Advisor.
Assists head of wealth planning with case studies and other education opportunities for the department.
Researches, creates and presents planning strategies (tax, estate, insurance and investment) and relays recommendations to advisors/clients as client situations arise.
Assists the Advisor with investment management strategies and works with the Investment Department to implement.
Participates in client meetings for delivering presentations, live planning, updates, note taking, and post meeting actions.
Works proactively in all facets of the role, consistently seeking out new opportunities to assist advisors in planning more effectively, maximizing data, defining best practices, and identifying high-impact activities.
Advanced understanding of financial planning software and scenario creation.
Ensuring all work is completed accurately and promptly.
Protects clients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
Performs tasks in a manner that displays a commitment to excellence, best practices, compassionate and superior customer service with every client and colleague.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong understanding of financial planning and advice.
Ability to communicate clearly internally and externally through verbal and written correspondence, especially in difficult client situations.
Strong client services skills with the ability to assess the needs of the client and take action when appropriate.
Deep understanding of industry compliance and ability to follow procedures.
Strong client services skills as it relates to relationship management.
Proven dependability by consistently being at work and on time and during scheduled hours, following instructions and procedures and leading by example.
Strong organization, prioritization and multi-tasking skills required.
Must have exceptional attention to detail.
Skilled in identifying and resolving administrative-related problems.
Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and responding to correspondence.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply company policies and procedures.
Actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
Ability to implement DiSC® communication styles within the team.
Experience/Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in wealth management.
Series 7 and 66 are required but can be obtained on the job within the first six months.
CFP® required.
Insurance Licenses required (Accident and Health, Life and Fixed Annuities, Variable Life/Variable Annuity) and can be obtained on the job.
Additional designations or certifications may be required and can be obtained on the job.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary ($90k-$95k+) plus bonus position.
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
Short and Long Term Disability
Life and Accidental Death
401k with match
PTO policy
Paid Parking
Worksite address
pittsburgh, PA, 15289, US
Who can apply
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