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 driven
Reports to
• Business Service Officer
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $75,000 and $125,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
