Analyst/Associate, Global Client Group (Broker Dealer)

dimensional; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Dimensional is seeking a Financial Services Analyst in Santa Monica. The role supports the Global Client Group by managing client relationships and assisting in business development with advisors, prospects, and intermediaries.

The position offers collaboration with Sales & Client Service teams, opportunities for direct client interaction, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.
• 1–2 years of experience in Financial Services (internships included).
• SIE, Series 7, and Series 63/66 licenses required within the first 12 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Source opportunities through outbound calls and emails to advisors.
• Collaborate with Regional Directors to identify new opportunities to engage with financial advisors.
• Discuss key findings of portfolio analyses to clients.
• Answer the Financial Advisor hotline and provide answers to investment questions.
• Assist in developing investment-related marketing materials and charts.
• Develop a deep understanding of Advisor business practices and capital market research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Access

Job description

For this position, which is subject to credentials, industry experience, education, training/certifications, and/or geographic differentials, Dimensional reasonably expects to pay a salary range of: $75,000 - $85,000. This role may also be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Job Description

The Global Client Group (GCG) is Dimensional's distribution arm, comprising sales channels that target a diverse client set. By putting the client first, we strive to transform the way the world invests, and our solutions are a testament to the value provided to our clients. GCG is responsible for developing new business relationships as well as managing current relationships with our global clients. We take the time to understand clients' evolving needs, identifying where we can add value and collaborating to provide a better investment experience.

Our Broker-Dealer Advisor channel is responsible for working with wirehouse and full service broker dealer financial advisors across the country. Our Analysts provide relationship management and support to the Sales & Client Service teams in business development and retention activities for clients. With proven success, Analysts will have the opportunity to work directly with clients, prospects and intermediaries to develop and expand personal and professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Source opportunities through outbound calls and emails to advisors
• Collaborate with Regional Directors to identify new opportunities to engage with financial advisors
• Identifying and discussing key findings of portfolio analyses to clients
• Answering the Financial Advisor hotline and providing answers and solutions to ad hoc investment questions and related client service
• Assisting in the initial development of investment related marketing materials and charts
• Developing a robust understanding of Advisor business practices
• Developing a deep understanding of capital market research and application to portfolio management
• Some travel may be expected

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a strong academic record
• 1-2 years of experience in the Financial Services Industry (including internships)
• Solid understanding of Dimensional's investment philosophy
• Strong analytical skills
• Solid quantitative problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• Able to work equally well in a team environment and independently
• Self-starter who is capable of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Strong computer skills (Excel and Access) with the ability to learn programs as needed
• Intention to pursue outside investment-related education (e.g., MBA, CFA, CFP)
• SIE (Securities Industry Essentials), Series 7, and Series 63/66 licenses are required and must be obtained within the first 12 weeks of hire as a condition of employment

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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