The Client Service Associate reports to the Financial Advisor and is critical to appropriately leveraging Advisors' time. This position utilizes excellent customer service and problem-solving skills to confidently provide information and education to clients in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities- Assist in client meeting preparation and follow-up including assembling requisite paperwork, report generation, appointment scheduling and post-meeting documentation
- Manage client needs regarding processing, service, and problem resolution in a timely and accurate manner while ensuring documentation and record keeping adheres to compliance standards
- Successfully partner with Broker Dealer for new account establishment, account maintenance, and compliance
- Process, submit, and service all account paperwork/requests; follow through to completion utilizing paperless procedures (including eSignature) where available
- Assist in preparation of consolidated performance reporting on a monthly/quarterly basis
- Maintain CRM database; define and ensure adherence to appropriate client service models
- Manage multiple and competing priorities daily in pursuit of business objectives
- Advanced computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point) are essential
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Strong time management and organizational skills; able to work independently and effectively manage multiple tasks at once
- Ability to build relationships with clients and internal partners and influence others without direct control
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a business-related field preferred
- The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in the financial services industry allowing for a good understanding of broker/dealer operations and financial services products, including but not limited to: equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
- Previous experience in the independent financial services culture preferred