POSITION SUMMARY
Financial Planning Analysts provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. As key members of the service team, the Financial Planning Analyst position offers a unique opportunity to assist Financial Advisors (FA) / Private Wealth Advisors (PWA)/teams with the use of firm-approved financial planning systems and engaging with clients.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues, including Financial Planning Directors and other specialists
• Supporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships through an exceptional client experience
• Utilize the Firm’s financial planning tools and work with FAs/PWAs/teams to enhance client relationships and generate financial plans
• Help build and establish a repeatable and scalable planning process for FAs/PWAs/team as a part of their book of business
• At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings to review financial plans, representing the service lens • Providing guidance and support to peers within the market, assisting with financial planning support in an administrative capacity (e.g., tool usage) as needed
• 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 – particularly those relating to financial planning
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS: Education and/or Experience
• 5+ years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required
• 4-year college degree or professional certification preferred
• Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required
• Complete and maintain internal Financial Planning Specialist designation requirements
• Willingness to obtain Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) designation Knowledge/Skills
• Knowledge of financial planning
• Excellent listening skills
• Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
• Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms
• Detail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office and internet applications
• Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skills • Strong time management skills • Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Adaptable and ability to multi-task Goal oriented, self-motivated and results d
riven
Reports to:
Business Service Officer
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status .
