Associate

AllianceBernstein L.P.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernstein Private Wealth Management is seeking Associates to support Financial Advisors in delivering wealth management services to high-net-worth clients. You will engage in client servicing, portfolio analytics, and meeting preparation as part of a structured development program.

The Associate Development Program (ADP) emphasizes industry training, wealth planning insights, and leadership skills, with clear pathways to client service or advisory roles.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships.
• Accomplished team players who thrive in a rigorous environment.
• Client-focused and detail-oriented, able to multi-task under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Financial Advisors to support client servicing, portfolio analysis, and meeting preparation.
• Build relationships with clients and prospects to understand servicing needs.
• Provide account creation and maintenance support and contribute to wealth planning discussions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Client service

Proficiency in Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Bernstein Private Wealth Management is a premier investment management firm advising high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. As an industry leader, we put people first and pride ourselves on selecting and developing high caliber talent. Bernstein Private Wealth Associates are client service professionals who exhibit drive, ambition, and exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, and who, in collaboration with Financial Advisors, help propel the growth of our Private Wealth Management Platform. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to partner with Advisors to provide asset allocation recommendations, capital markets positioning, portfolio analytics, and wealth and legacy planning for high-net-worth individuals and families.

• Collaborate and network with senior professionals throughout the firm to fuel career success
• Partner with Financial Advisors to build their business and provide service and support functions such as portfolio analysis, account creation and maintenance, and client/prospect meeting preparation
• Build relationships with clients and prospective clients to understand and support all aspects of their servicing needs
• Strive to provide a world-class level of customer service and support

Our Comprehensive Development Program Associates will participate in a robust and comprehensive training program – The Associate Development Program (ADP). After years of heavy financial investment and input from industry leaders, ADP is a one-of-a-kind opportunity. The Program is designed to build a foundation of investment knowledge and develop the quantitative and qualitative skills needed to achieve long-term stability and success, regardless of your incoming background.

• In-depth industry training on proprietary investments, services, policies and procedures
• Advanced training on trusts & estates, wealth planning, investment management philosophies, and financial management strategies
• A focus on client service excellence, partnership and sales training in order to provide an exceptional client experience
• Behavioral training geared toward the development of communication, leadership, and other professional skills
• Career management, one-on-one coaching, and specialized skills training to achieve success beyond the Associate role

Associates have a myriad of opportunities to continue their career with us as a client service professional or in areas including Leadership, Wealth Strategies, Investment Strategies, and building their own business as an Advisor. We take all of our Associates' development seriously, and we focus on understanding each individual's strengths and aspirations, personalizing a roadmap with the success of each team member in mind.

As Associates progress in the role, and as milestones are achieved and core competencies are exhibited (typically over the course of ~3 years), we celebrate the opportunity to advance team members on to other exciting opportunities at Bernstein Private Wealth Management.

Job Qualifications

We Are Seeking:

• People who possess strong analytical and communication skills (both written and verbal) and an ability to build relationships
• Accomplished team players who thrive in a rigorous and challenging environment
• Individuals who are client-focused and detail-oriented with a strong ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Individuals who have a bachelor's degree with excellence in academics and strong leadership experience
• Proficiency in Word and Excel are required

Desired Qualifications

• 1-2 years client service experience, financial services industry experience a plus

The Firm will sponsor required series exams, including SIE, Series 7, and Series 63, but candidates with licenses are a plus.

Company Overview

Bernstein Private Wealth Management advises high-net-worth clients on planning for—and living with—the complexities that come with wealth. We specialize in addressing challenges that extend well beyond wealth management by offering a vast network of resources customized to clients' values and needs.

Bernstein is distinguished among major wealth managers by its holistic approach, flexible process, innovative research, sophisticated modeling, and cutting-edge investment solutions.

Our people are our advantage. Our collaborative culture means each client is supported by a team of specialists aligned with a shared sense of purpose.

Bernstein is a business unit of AllianceBernstein, which ranks among the largest investment managers in the world, with 4,400 employees across 51 locations in 25 countries and over $700 billion in assets under management. Join us in pursuing insights that unlock opportunities. Learn more at http://www.Bernstein.com To learn more about Our Purpose and What We Stand for, visit us at http://www.bernstein.com/our-story/overview.html

Salary Disclosure

In accordance with applicable law, the minimum and maximum base annual salary for this role is as follows:

Base Salary: $72,000-77,000. Actual base salaries may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base salary is just one component of total compensation at AB, which may include, depending on eligibility, benefits, commissions, year-end incentive compensation, and other incentives.

San Diego, California

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 51 locations operating in 25 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world.

We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work. Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!

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