Investment Analyst The Next Level Planning Group

NASP Southern California Chapter; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial planning firm is seeking an Investment Analyst in Chicago. This full-time role involves conducting research, managing investment strategies, and contributing to client financial plans within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant work experience, passionate about enhancing clients' financial decisions through meticulous analysis and execution.

Benefits

401(k) employer match

Flexible PTO

Health insurance

HSA/FSA options

Disability insurance

Professional development stipend

Wellness program rewards

Charitable donation matching

Qualifications

• 2+ years of investment-related work experience required.
• Series SIE, 7 and 63/66 needed or obtained within a year.
• CFA/CFP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on investment products and strategies.
• Monitor and maintain asset allocation models and portfolios.
• Prepare investment materials for client meetings.

Skills

Investment Research

Portfolio Management

Financial Planning

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Envestnet

Zoom

RedTail

eMoney

Job description

Do You:

• Love displaying craftsmanship through the art and science of financial planning?
• Demonstrate human touch in your work with clients and your relationships with your coworkers?
• Thrive in a team play environment?
• Communicate courageously with those around you?
• Display reliability in all that you do?

If these questions resonate with you, the Investment Analyst position with The Next Level Planning Group (TNLPG) could be the right fit for you. TNLPG’s purpose is to add meaningful value to people’s lives by helping them make and execute great financial decisions. This focus enables us to positively impact the lives of hundreds of clients across the United States. To that end, we are looking for an individual to join our team who is eager to continue learning the ins and outs of investment management and financial planning while making an impact in a growing firm by helping us meet the demand for our services.

Overview

• This is a W-2, full-time position with work hours of 8 AM – 5 PM (CST).
• TNLPG is a remote-first company that fosters a culture of teamwork, excellence, and continuous learning.
• We are based out of Chicago, IL, and typically have three in-person team meetings per year.
• We are pleased to provide TNLPG team members with generous benefits including 401(k) employer match, flexible PTO, health insurance, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, home office equipment, professional development stipend, work travel stipend, wellness program rewards, and charitable donation matching.
• $60,000 – $80,000 base salary commensurate with experience, licenses, and designations plus bonus opportunities.
• Target start date is July 1st, 2025.

About the Role

The core purpose of this role is to drive consistent and accurate execution of the investment strategies supporting clients’ financial plans. The bullet points below describe the essence of the Investment Analyst role on a day-to-day basis. We are open to more qualified and experienced candidates. To learn more about the career path for this role, please see the “Career Progression” section below.

• Conduct research on investment products and strategies, including mutual funds, ETFs, interval funds, alternative investments, and annuity products
• Present research findings to the Investment Committee and contribute to discussion and decision-making
• Monitor, update, and maintain asset allocation models
• Monitor, update, and maintain steering lists of funds, alternatives, and annuity products
• Monitor and manage discretionary portfolios using the Envestnet platform, including trade execution
• Contribute to Planning Department projects, priorities, and strategic initiatives
• Prepare investment and financial planning materials in preparation for client meetings

Career Progression

We currently envision the Investment Analyst role as the first step in a career path toward taking leadership responsibility for all aspects of the investment management process as outlined below. It could also be an entry point for someone who desires to be a client-facing advisor.

Stage 1: Foundational Execution – Drive consistent and accurate implementation of investment strategies to directly support client financial plans.

a. $60,000 to $80,000 base salary
b. 2 – 5 years of experience
c. CFA/CFP candidate

Stage 2: Strategic Influence – Leverage deep understanding to significantly influence the firm’s
investment strategy while continuing to drive its precise execution in client portfolios.

a. $80,000 to $120,000 base salary
b. 5 – 10 years of experience
c. CFA/CFP designation

Stage 3: Strategic Leadership – Lead and champion the firm’s investment strategy and its successful execution.

a. $120,000+ base salary
b. 10+ years of experience
c. CFA/CFP designation

Job Outcomes

• Within 90 Days: Independently execute model trading processes, manage and maintain model portfolios, conduct investment research and present findings to the Investment Committee, and learn the quarterly fee process. Additionally, contribute to client portfolios by independently making recommendations for a majority (~80%) of clients.
• Within 1 Year: Achieve full independence in making model portfolio recommendations for all clients, creating specialized model portfolios, and conducting comprehensive investment research. Will also be fully responsible for the accurate execution of the quarterly fee process.

About You

Investment Analyst Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 2+ years of investment-related work experience or technical financial planning work experience with a strong investment component.
• Series SIE, 7 and 63/66 are required or must be obtained within 1 year from the employment start date.
• CFA and/or CFP Certification or candidacy is preferred.

Successful Investment Analysts at TNLPG:

• Strongly align with TNLPG’s Core Values
• Have and maintain a high degree of integrity and orientation toward client service
• Possess excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, reliable execution, and excellent quality of work
• Can communicate clearly, respectfully, and with correct grammar in both written and verbal form
• Have or can quickly develop proficiency in various technology platforms including Microsoft Suite, Zoom, Envestnet, RedTail, and eMoney

To learn more about TNLPG, visit our website.

To Apply

To begin the process, please submit the following two items by email to [e-mail] :

1. Your resume
2. Your cover letter should include answers to the following questions:

• • What about the Investment Analyst position at TNLPG that interests you?
  • What is it about you that should interest us?

The Next Level Planning Group is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to non-discrimination.

Candidates may be required to pass a drug test and background check. Registered associates of The Next Level Planning Group are registered representatives of Osaic FA. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Osaic FA, a broker/dealer (member SIPC) and registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Osaic affiliates and other fine companies. The Next Level Planning Group is a marketing name for Registered Representatives of Osaic FA.

Investment Analyst

• Chicago, IL; Remote
• $60K – $80K base salary + bonuses + generous benefits
• Outstanding team and work culture
• The Next Level Planning Group

TNLPG is looking to add a highly values-driven individual with technical financial planning experience to our team.