Associate Wealth Advisor

Stratos; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Potential growth bonus

Job summary

Stratos, located in Scottsdale, Arizona, seeks a Financial Planning Associate to aid in client relationship management and enhance financial service delivery. The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of experience in financial services or a recent relevant degree.

Responsibilities include preparing for client meetings, understanding clients' financial situations, and assisting the Lead Advisor with comprehensive financial plans. A strong work ethic and client communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years related experience or recent graduate with a financial planning degree.
• Must be willing to obtain FINRA Series 7 & 65 licenses.
• Strong client communication skills and ability to manage change.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for client meetings with presentations and reports.
• Develop comprehensive financial plans for clients.
• Enhance client service experience and identify investment opportunities.

Skills

Client relationship management

Financial planning

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

CRM software (Redtail)

LPL ClientWorks system

Job description

Company Overview

G&G Wealth is an experienced Scottsdale based team of professionals who strive to provide tailored, expert advice on all aspects of wealth management for a select group of women individuals, families, and businesses both locally and around the country. Our mission and passion are to become a trusted partner to our clients while guiding them through all stages of their financial lives. We strive to: Guide, Grow and Guard Your Preferred Lifestyle.

If you have a passion for helping people achieve their dreams and are looking for an opportunity to learn the world of financial planning, trading, and investing within a collaborative, experienced team culture, then consider an opportunity to join G&G Wealth.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience in the financial services industry OR is a recent graduate with a degree in financial planning. The candidate will be hired to work with existing client relationships and will not have business development requirements. This person should also be looking for long-term employment in our N. Scottsdale location.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with the Lead Advisor to deliver impactful client meetings. This will entail preparation for meeting including presentations, report generation and client follow-up
• Work with the Lead Advisor to develop a thorough understanding of each client’s financial situation to develop and create comprehensive financial plans
• Enhance client service experience for clients by deepening the relationships and customizing solutions to helping achieve clients’ financial goals. Uncover additional investment opportunities through communicating with existing clients, current 401(k) and 403(b) participants and prospects
• Continually work to improve processes and procedures and identify opportunities to provide enhanced client service.
• Help provide both verbal and written plans to communicate the recommended solutions following firm guidelines
• Promote professional development by maintaining an in-depth understanding of financial planning, capital markets and the financial services industry
• Stay abreast of significant changes or developments (e.g., taxation, regulatory, legal, competitive, and technical) within the fields of investments and financial services
• Assist with the planning and implementation of 3-4 client appreciation events annually – which may be in the evenings or on the weekend.
• Maintain all required licenses and designations – strong focus on employee education
• Competitive salary and potential growth bonus structure offered

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of two years related financial planning and client relationship management experience with an RIA, wire house or insurance broker-dealer preferred OR a recent college graduate with a degree in financial planning.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study.
• FINRA Series 7 & 65 OR willingness to obtain these licenses.
• CRM experience (Redtail) a plus, or willingness to learn.
• LPL ClientWorks system experience is also a plus.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills - both internal and external client facing.
• Positive attitude with the ability to effectively manage change and adapt in a continual and rapidly changing environment.
• Be able to meet deadlines, be very detail process oriented and strong client communication skills.
• Very organized with the ability to deviate from one project to another.
• Possess a strong work ethic and the ability to multitask.
• Accept feedback and constructive criticism well.