Our client is seeking a highly energized and confident financial planning paraplanner who will thrive in a busy environment. Candidate must be extremely professional in appearance and manner, willing to accept direction, quick to learn, and computer savvy. Superior phone and computer skills required.

 

Responsibilities:

• Supports the Lead Advisor/Managing Director with analysis, client service and technical assistance

• Learns technical skills to prepare to service clients independently as a Service Advisor

• Attends client meetings and takes extensive notes

• Analyzes client information and prepares reports and presentations

• Enters information into financial planning software and prepares draft financial plans

• Research products and product pricing and contacts carriers for information

• Research investment managers and investment services and their pricing

• Answers basic questions for clients

• Shows clients how to access their accounts and read statements

• Presents product information or options to clients

• Handles requests for transfers of funds in and out of account

• Completes necessary forms for opening and maintaining accounts

• Interfaces with the broker-dealer or custodian to obtain information, account data and convey service requests

• Maintains information in the CRM system

• Sets up and retrieves reports in the portfolio management system (e.g., Tamarac, Albridge)

• Assists in generating performance reports

 

Requirements:

• College level courses in business/finance preferred

• 12 months securities or related industry experience preferred

• Previous customer service experience

• Ability to communicate with co-workers, customers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner

• Ability to be at work on a regular basis

• Knowledge of general securities industry terminology and practices

• Ability to investigate, research, and resolve problems and concerns

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to make rule-based and analytical decisions

• Ability to organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks

• Ability to pay close attention to detail, work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Ability to take complete and accurate notes

• Skill in operating various office equipment including personal computer, copier, etc.

• Skill in utilizing various software packages such as Microsoft Office & Outlook

• Skills in written and verbal communication

• Willingness to obtain Series 7 and life and health insurance licenses

• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification path preferred