Paraplanner / Associate Financial Advisor

Threadneedle group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

ArcBridge Financial Group is seeking a detail-oriented Paraplanner / Associate Financial Advisor (AFA) to support our wealth management practice in delivering strong client outcomes. You will assist in planning, trading support, and client service, collaborating with advisors to maintain a high-quality client experience.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in financial services, relevant licenses, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in financial services or wealth management.
• Series 7 and 63/66 licenses or ability to obtain.
• California Insurance License or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and recommendations for client meetings.
• Assist with client onboarding and ongoing service needs.
• Support advisors in delivering a consistent client experience.
• Execute trades in accordance with firm policies and client objectives.
• Process contributions, distributions, transfers and rollovers.
• Monitor transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in development and maintenance of financial plans.
• Reach out to clients to obtain updated documents for planning meetings.
• Support tracking of distributions and key planning deadlines.
• Conduct research to support portfolio strategies and model updates.
• Analyze performance, risk and allocation changes.
• Assist in evaluating investment solutions.
• Prepare and process forms for money movements; maintain client records.
• Ensure adherence to policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Business, or related)

Tools

CRM systems

Financial planning software

Job description

Job Description

ArcBridge Financial Group, an Ameriprise Financial franchise, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Paraplanner / Associate Financial Advisor (AFA) to support our growing wealth management practice. This role is responsible for executing financial planning strategies, managing investment operations, and supporting advisor-led client relationships to help deliver strong client outcomes.

Client & Advisory Support

• Prepare materials and recommendations for client meetings

• Assist with client onboarding and ongoing service needs

• Support advisors in delivering a consistent client experience

Trading & Transactions

• Execute trades in accordance with firm policies and client objectives

• Process contributions, distributions, transfers, and rollovers

• Monitor transactions and resolve discrepancies

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial plans

• Reach out to clients to request updated financial documents in preparation of the planning meeting.

• Support tracking of required distributions and key planning deadlines

Investment Research & Portfolio Support

• Conduct research to support portfolio strategies and model updates

• Analyze performance, risk, and allocation changes

• Assist in evaluating investment solutions

Operations & Compliance

• Prepare and process submission of required forms for money movement requests, distributions or transfers when required.

• Maintain accurate and organized client records

• Ensure adherence to Ameriprise policies and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Business, or related preferred)

• 2–5 years of experience in financial services or wealth management

• Experience with trading, transactions, and account documentation

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

• Series 7 and 63/66 licenses (or ability to obtain)

• California Insurance License (or ability to obtain)

Preferred

• Experience as a Paraplanner or Planning Associate

• Familiarity with financial planning software and CRM systems

• CFP® coursework or progress toward designation

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 (based on experience)

• Health and vision benefits

• 401k with employer match

• Professional development support

• PTO

Base Pay Salary

The salary will be $75,000-$90,000/ year

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

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