Client Service Associate

Cerity Partners LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cerity Partners LLC is seeking a Client Service Associate in Norfolk, VA, to support clients and advisors with administrative tasks, account openings, and client meeting preparations. This role demands excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field and at least 2 years of experience in the financial services industry. Responsibilities include maintaining CRM accuracy, scheduling meetings, and preparing reports for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field preferred.
• 2+ years experience in financial services industry preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with account openings, processing paperwork, and scheduling client meetings.
• Prepare client forms and financial reports in advance.
• Maintain CRM data accuracy and assist with internal coordination.

Job description

## Client Service AssociateApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Norfolk, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R720The Client Service Associate role focuses on supporting clients and advisors by executing routine administrative tasks and handling client requests. Responsibilities include assisting with account openings, processing paperwork, scheduling client meetings, and preparing basic reports. The Associate ensures CRM data accuracy and helps with client follow-up and meeting preparations. This position requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing friendly and professional client service. The role also involves learning about investment products and improving internal processes under supervision. **Primary Responsibilities:*** Frequent custodian interaction & paperwork processing.* Process account openings, funding, deposit electronic checks, money movements, process tasks with Custodians.* Schedule client meetings.* Basic preparation and follow-up for client meetings.* Prepare client forms and financial reports in advance of client meetings.* Attend meetings to take notes and send a summary to both the client and the advisory team.* Develop knowledge of investment accounts, products and the forms required to transact business.* Assist with internal coordination across departments to ensure tasks/ follow up is completed in a timely manner.* Responsible for cash transfers, wires, data maintenance, reporting and trading as needed.* Ongoing maintenance and quality control of CRM.* Organize advisory team meetings and events.* Receive client calls and resolve questions/issues as needed.* Execute client appreciation and retention activities.**Required Credentials:*** Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field preferred.* 2+ years experience in financial services industry preferred.**Skills & Competencies:*** Demonstrate strong and effective communication, organizational and time management skills.* Ability to work in a team based/collaborative environment.* Must accept and thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.* Adherence to all compliance policies & procedures.* Demonstrate the Cerity Partners culture.*Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.**Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to [e-mail]. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.*