Objectives of this role
- Be an integral member of the advisory team and provide financial planning and investment advice to clients ranging in age and wealth
- Take primary responsibility for all aspects of a client relationship, working closely to fully understand the financial situation and requirements
- Monitor market performance to develop and deliver sound investment advice and strategies
- Execute accurate reporting that enables sound analysis and financial recommendations
- Comply with national and local financial regulations by studying existing and proposed legislation
- Continue professional development with classes, workshops, webinars, publications, networks, and associations in order to remain up to date with the fundamentals of financial planning, risk management, and investment management
Responsibilities
- Utilize the firm’s client-centered wealth management philosophy to guide advisory services for individual clients
- Meet with clients to form a financial plan, including expenses, income, insurance coverage, objectives, tax status, and risk tolerance
- Analyze market performance, investments, and client data to develop strategies for meeting financial goals
- Collaborate with other tax, legal, and insurance professionals to develop a client’s entire financial roadmap and ensure progress in achieving goals
- Review client accounts regularly to determine if adjustments are needed because of personal or financial changes
- Interpret data and prepare income projections, financial summaries, and investment performance reports, and update client portfolios accordingly
Required skills and qualifications
- Current certificate of qualifications, which may include FCA, CII, DipFA, CISI, and FINRA Series 7 or Series 63 licensure
- One or two years of professional experience in finance or accounting
- Knowledge of the securities, insurance, and mutual fund industries
- Personal integrity and an ability to maintain the confidentiality of company and client information
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in finance or related field
- FINRA Series 65 or Series 66 licensure
- Experience with financial planning software
