Paraplanner/Financial Planning Assistant

Summary

This position is responsible for providing administrative and technical support to both financial advisors. The candidate will be given support to pursue a long-term career with the company as a Certified Financial Planner™

Principal Responsibilities

• Help advisors prepare for client meetings
  • Generate reports, such as a position statement
  • Prepare/complete paperwork with clients and ensure all required forms are completed fully and accurately
• Maintain Excel spreadsheets of client holdings for advisors’ review
• Maintain stock/mutual fund watchlists as directed by the advisors’
• Track all pending business paperwork and provide weekly updates to the advisors
• Conduct investment research (i.e. Morningstar, ValueLine etc.) as directed by the advisors
• Maintain up-to-date and organized client files in accordance with industry compliance standards
• Draft letter/e-mail correspondence as directed by the advisors

Required knowledge/skills/competencies

• BA or BS preferred
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency with computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• A conscientious nature and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Proofreading (or quality assurance) skills to ensure that own work is in accordance with advisor or Commonwealth criteria
• Strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• PTO
• 401(k)