Registered Client Service Associate
Registered Client Service Associates provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs) / Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs) / teams on a daily basis. Through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and will be able to assist clients with their everyday needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Client Support
Provide service coverage for a FA / PWA / team including :
- Supporting the FA / PWA / team in cultivating and enhancing new and existing client relationships
- Executing money movement transactions at the request of the client and / or FA / PWA / team
- Answering general non-investment related questions concerning client accounts, including relaying stock positions, and providing account balances (e.g., funds due and margin debit)
- Entering profile information or pre-filling account documentation on client accounts and / or documents in a clerical capacity at the direction of the client and / or FA / PWA / team
- Educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g. MSOnline, eSign, eAuthorization)
- Onboarding and maintaining client accounts, including collecting client information and required documentation in a clerical capacity at the direction of the client and / or FA / PWA / team
- Providing existing clients with details around their account information (e.g., investment objectives, risk tolerance)
- Accepting or entering unsolicited orders and / or entering solicited orders in a clerical capacity at the direction of the FA / PWA / team
- Supporting the FAs / PWAs / teams marketing strategy (e.g., website maintenance)
- Assisting FAs / PWAs / teams in delivering against their business plan and client service model
- Remaining current on all policies, procedures, and new platforms
- Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and / or other duties directed by local management
Administrative Support
Answering inbound phone calls or making outbound calls with updates on service requests (e.g., scheduling follow-up calls with FAs / PWAs / teams as needed)Managing the calendar including coordinating meetings or events with logistics such as material prep (e.g., maintaining agendas, sending calendar invites with Zoom credentials)Maintaining travel itineraries, preparing expense reports and managing the reimbursement processAssisting with general in-office support functions such as copying, filing, and scanning documentationPreparing and submitting expense reports for processing at the direction of the FA / PWAEducation, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
Education and / or Experience
High School Diploma / EquivalencyCollege degree preferredActive Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG / RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)Two or more years of industry experience preferredKnowledge / Skills
Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accountsDetail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritizeAdvanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)Exceptional writing, interpersonal, and client service skillsStrong time management skillsTeam player with the ability to collaborate with othersAbility to work in a fast-paced, evolving environmentAdaptable and ability to multitaskGoal oriented, self-motivated, and results drivenReports To :
Business Service OfficerMorgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.
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Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M / F / Disability / Vet).
We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action : morganstanley.com / diversity We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.