Private Wealth Associate – Hybrid & Client Planning

CMC Recruiting; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Volunteer day

Disability insurance

Group life insurance

Hybrid work option

Job summary

CMC Recruiting is assisting a growth-oriented wealth management firm in Seattle in hiring a Private Wealth Management Associate. The role focuses on client service, financial planning support, and building lasting client relationships in a collaborative team environment.

You will help with financial planning, investment operations, insurance servicing, and ongoing client management, coordinating with Advisors to prepare plans, process accounts, and ensure a superior client experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years of wealth management, investment brokerage operations, or financial planning support experience.
• Washington State Insurance License or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong understanding of investment operations, financial planning, and compliance best practices.
• Excellent client relationship, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Serve as a trusted resource for client questions and ongoing service needs.
• Participate in client meetings, present designated planning materials, and document meeting notes and action items.
• Prepare for client meetings by reviewing financial information and identifying planning opportunities.
• Assist Advisors with developing and maintaining comprehensive financial plans.
• Monitor post-meeting action items to ensure timely follow-up and execution.
• Maintain accurate client records and financial planning documentation.
• Facilitate new account openings and client onboarding.
• Process mutual fund, ETF, and advisory account transactions.
• Manage wire transfers, ACH requests, and other account servicing activities.
• Monitor account transfers and funding to ensure timely completion.
• Assist with advisory account maintenance, proposal updates, and ongoing account reviews.
• Ensure all operational activities meet compliance requirements and firm standards.
• Prepare and process life, disability, and long-term care insurance applications.
• Coordinate policy servicing, changes, and conversions.
• Schedule underwriting requirements, including medical and paramedical exams.
• Work directly with insurance carriers and clients to facilitate successful policy implementation.
• Deliver responsive, professional service that enhances the client experience.
• Resolve client service requests and elevate complex matters when appropriate.
• Coordinate client review meetings and prospective client appointments.
• Partner closely with Advisors and team members to support firm initiatives and client needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance consistency, scalability, and client service across the practice.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CMC Recruiting is assisting a growth-oriented wealth management firm in Seattle in hiring a Private Wealth Management Associate. The role focuses on client service, financial planning support, and building lasting client relationships in a collaborative team environment.

You will help with financial planning, investment operations, insurance servicing, and ongoing client management, coordinating with Advisors to prepare plans, process accounts, and ensure a superior client experience.