Client Service Associate/Trader

Elser Financial Planning, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Client Service Associate/Trader to enhance their operations. This role offers a unique chance to collaborate with advisors and support client onboarding, portfolio management, and administrative tasks in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and experience in the financial services sector. With a focus on compliance and client satisfaction, you will help ensure seamless operations while leveraging technology to optimize workflows. If you are proactive and ready to contribute to a growing firm, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

8 Paid Holidays

Simple IRA with 3% Match

Qualifications

• 3+ years in financial services with FPQP designation preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist with custodial paperwork and client onboarding processes.
• Support Senior Trader in managing client portfolios and transactions.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Proactive Problem Solving

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional (FPQP)

Series 65 or equivalent

3 years of experience in financial services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

The Client Service Associate/Trader provides critical support to the firm and our daily operations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to interface with advisors and other operations team members in a highly professional and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist with custodial paperwork and processing of forms, including applications, new accounts, and account transfers
2. Coordinate and track the new clients through the onboarding process
3. Assist Senior Trader with management of client portfolios, including rebalancing and processing money movement requests, such as wire transfers/ACH distributions, family gifting, charitable gifting and other asset movement requests
4. Monitor custodial transactions for accuracy, timeliness, and to ensure compliance with firm policies and/or industry regulations
5. Be detail oriented and proactively seek to resolve any client or vendor issues or concerns
6. Leverage technology to generate client reports and organize client data consistently and efficiently
7. Assist with other administrative tasks as needed to support the growth and development of the firm
8. Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the financial services industry; Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional “FPQP” designation and Series 65 (or equivalent) preferred
2. Sound judgment and the ability to be proactive and decisive
3. Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
4. Strong attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment
5. Ability to work independently and with a team

Compensation and Benefits:

1. Salary: Competitive with market
2. Insurance: Health and Long-Term Disability
3. Holidays: 8 paid holidays
4. Simple IRA with 3% match

Elser Financial Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elser Financial Planning does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.