Client Services Associate – Financial Planning Support

Dadavidson; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) & ESOP

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Insurance discounts

Gift matching

Community giving day

Job summary

D.A. Davidson, Carlsbad, CA, seeks a client associate to deliver exceptional client service alongside financial professionals. You will support account maintenance, document handling and complex issue resolution in a regulated setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork and growth through securities exams, with a comprehensive benefits package and development opportunities in a 90-year independent, employee‑owned culture.

Qualifications

• Eager to advance in financial services with required securities exams planned.
• Strong written and verbal communication and problem solving.
• Solid attention to detail and accuracy in a regulatory environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities under deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly professional client service for inquiries and account maintenance.
• Review and process account documents, resolve issues including suspicious activity.
• Assist in crafting financial plans for clients.
• Develop client communications and events and support mailings.
• Facilitate transfers of funds and checks as requested.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Provide general support including calls, appointments, and filing.
• Adhere to branch, firm and compliance policies.

Skills

SIE exam and Series 7/66

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

D.A. Davidson, Carlsbad, CA, seeks a client associate to deliver exceptional client service alongside financial professionals. You will support account maintenance, document handling and complex issue resolution in a regulated setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork and growth through securities exams, with a comprehensive benefits package and development opportunities in a 90-year independent, employee‑owned culture.