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
Knowledge, Skills, and / or Abilities
Advanced computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point) are essentialExcellent communication skills, both verbally and in writingStrong time management and organizational skills; able to work independently and effectively manage multiple tasks at onceAbility to build relationships with clients and internal partners and influence others without direct controlEducation and / or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field preferredThe 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 accountsPrevious experience in the independent financial services culture preferred