Field Transition Leader - Travel-Centric Onboarding Expert

Pomona

Florida

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

J. Kelly & Associates is seeking a Transition Specialist (Full-Time, Florida resident). You will open new accounts, oversee asset transfers, and train clients on new systems, acting as the lead coordinator for seamless advisor transitions.

This field-based role requires travel ~95% of the time, including weekends and extended hours during peak periods, with a focus on regulatory compliance and relationship building across stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Availability to travel ~95% of the time.
  • Experience opening new client accounts and onboarding processes.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate daily in-person meetings with incoming recruit teams to ensure a smooth onboarding experience
  • Open and establish new client accounts in accordance with firm procedures
  • Manage and oversee the transfer of client assets between firms with accuracy and compliance
  • Serve as the primary point of contact coordinating all transition-related activities across stakeholders
  • Build and maintain productive relationships with branch managers, financial advisors, and all parties involved in the transition process
  • Guide clients through required documentation, ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner
  • Uphold regulatory and firm compliance standards throughout all phases of each transition
  • Deliver training to new associates and clients on relevant platforms and internal systems

Skills

Travel readiness
Strong communication
Leadership
Stakeholder coordination
Client onboarding
Team collaboration

Job description

J. Kelly & Associates is seeking a Transition Specialist (Full-Time, Florida resident). You will open new accounts, oversee asset transfers, and train clients on new systems, acting as the lead coordinator for seamless advisor transitions.

This field-based role requires travel ~95% of the time, including weekends and extended hours during peak periods, with a focus on regulatory compliance and relationship building across stakeholders.

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