Client Services Associate - Financial Planning | Flexible Schedule

Advisor Associate; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Advisor Associate, a full-service financial planning firm in Santa Maria, California, is seeking a dedicated Client Service Associate to join our growing team. You’ll be the first point of contact for clients and support advisors with account administration, onboarding, data entry, transfers, and ongoing service to ensure a smooth client experience.

While licensed status is not required, we welcome candidates pursuing Securities Industry Essentials, Series 7, Series 66, or other licenses.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and client-service mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field.
• SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses (or willingness to obtain).
• Insurance licenses (life, health, or variable contracts) or willingness to obtain.
• CFP certification or progress toward certification is a plus.
• Prior experience in financial services or client services.
• Fluent in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, responding to inquiries and ensuring a seamless client experience
• Support financial advisors with account openings, onboarding, data entry, transfers, transactions, and ongoing account maintenance
• Prepare and review client paperwork and reports for meetings and follow-up
• Liaise with custodians, insurance carriers, and product providers to facilitate client requests
• Maintain client records in CRM and track service activity to ensure timely completion
• Contribute to a client-first culture with proactive communication and attention to detail

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Organizational

Client-service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/Finance

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advisor Associate, a full-service financial planning firm in Santa Maria, California, is seeking a dedicated Client Service Associate to join our growing team. You’ll be the first point of contact for clients and support advisors with account administration, onboarding, data entry, transfers, and ongoing service to ensure a smooth client experience.

While licensed status is not required, we welcome candidates pursuing Securities Industry Essentials, Series 7, Series 66, or other licenses.