Investment Operations Assistant

Financial Designs Ltd.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Free Indoor Parking

Free Fitness Center in the building

Team Connect Social Events

Community Giving Events

Job summary

Financial Designs Ltd. in Denver is seeking an Investment Operations Assistant to provide high-touch client service and administrative support for the investment advisory business.

This part-time role (30 hours weekly) focuses on account setup, maintenance, and processing client transactions with confidentiality and professionalism. The ideal candidate will have a Finance-related degree, 3–5 years in the investment space, and strong skills in MS Office, Excel, CRM, and portfolio systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Marketing or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in the investment industry.
• Strong MS Office, Excel, Adobe and Teams proficiency, with CRM experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine client service requests and inquiries.
• Assist with opening, maintaining, and servicing investment accounts.
• Prepare client correspondence, reports, presentations, and account documentation.
• Coordinate account transfers, deposits, withdrawals, distributions, and other client transactions.
• Maintain accurate client records in CRM and portfolio systems.
• Schedule client meetings and assist with meeting preparation and follow-up.

Skills

Client service

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Adobe

CRM systems

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Do you want to be part of a small company that appreciates you and where you feel a sense of belonging and valued for your contributions? Do you have experience in delivering a high-quality client experience in the investment industry?

This is an exciting part-time role (30 hours a week) for someone who is passionate about providing high-touch service and administrative support for the investment advisory business. If you are intellectually curious, organized, detail oriented, tech savvy and enjoy working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial company, you may be a good fit for the Financial Designs team.

Celebrating our 56th year in business, Financial Designs helps individuals, families and businesses achieve their financial goals through sophisticated wealth transfer, insurance advisory and executive benefit solutions. We have a team of talented professionals with a culture of excellence and an appreciation and respect for each other and the clients we serve. Our offices are located in the Denver Tech Center.

Position Summary

The Investment Operations Assistant provides administrative and client service support to the FDL Advisor and clients. Responsible for investment related account requests, including account set up and maintenance and support for all accounts managed by the FDL Advisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine client service requests and inquiries.
• Assist with opening, maintaining, and servicing investment accounts.
• Prepare client correspondence, reports, presentations, and account documentation.
• Coordinate account transfers, deposits, withdrawals, distributions, and other client transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in CRM and portfolio management systems.
• Schedule client meetings and assist investment professionals with meeting preparation and follow-up.
• Monitor outstanding client requests and ensure timely resolution.
• Assist with account paperwork, compliance documentation, and required client forms.
• Work closely with custodians, investment managers, financial advisors, and other service providers.
• Handle sensitive client information with a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Support portfolio reporting and other administrative processes as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Marketing or equivalent experience
• Series 6 registration and Insurance Life and Health license preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in the investment industry
• Advanced computer skills including a strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe and Microsoft Teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• High attention to detail, accuracy and critical thinking skills
• Experience with CRM systems or Data Base software
• Strong organizational skills and follow through on projects and activities.
• Ability to work autonomously, while meeting deadlines

Competitive hourly pay: $32.00 to $37.00 depending on experience. Opportunity for bonus

Work/Life Balance Benefits:

Hybrid Work Schedule, Free Indoor Parking, Free Fitness Center in the building, Team Connect Social Events, Community Giving Events