Registered Client Service Associate

Morgan-Stanley; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Dependent Day Care Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to support Financial Advisors and Private Wealth teams in Kirkland, WA. You will manage client relationships, process transactions, and educate clients on digital tools while maintaining accurate accounts.

This role requires active securities licenses, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Competitive benefits and a discretionary incentive program are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred for advancement.
• Active securities licenses: Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA).
• Two+ years of industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of financial products (equities, bonds, funds, annuities, insurance).
• Strong written and interpersonal skills; exceptional client service orientation.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide service coverage for FAs/PWAs/teams and support client relationships.
• Process money movement transactions as requested.
• Answer non-investment questions about client accounts and balances.
• Enter client profile information and documentation as directed.
• Educate clients on digital tools and enroll them.
• Onboard and maintain client accounts with required documentation.
• Assist with marketing and website tasks.
• Stay current on internal policies, procedures, and new platforms.

Skills

Financial services knowledge

Microsoft Office

Time management

Task prioritization

Written communication

Client service

Team player

Adaptability

Goal oriented

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Series 7/66 or 63/65 licenses

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job DescriptionRegistered Client Service Associates provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. Through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and will be able to assist clients with their everyday needs.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:CLIENT SUPPORTProvide service coverage for a FA/PWA/team including:Supporting the FA/PWA/team in cultivating and enhancing new and existing client relationshipsExecuting money movement transactions at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/teamAnswering general non-investment related questions concerning client accounts, including relaying stock positions, and providing account balances (e.g., funds due and margin debit)Enter profile information or pre-fill account documentation on client accounts and/or documents in aa clerical capacity at the direction of the client and/or FA/PWA/teamEducating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g. MSOnline, eSign, eAuthorization)Onboard and maintain client accounts, including collecting client information and required documentation in a clerical capacity at the direction of the client and/or FA/PWA/teamProvide existing clients with details around their account information (e.g., investment objectives, risk tolerance)Accept or enter unsolicited orders and/or enter solicited orders in a clerical capacity at the direction of the FA/PWA/teamSupporting the FAs / PWAs / teams’ marketing strategy (e.g., website maintenance)Assist FAs / PWAs/ teams in delivering against their business plan and client service modelRemaining current on all policies, procedures, and new platformsParticipating in firm initiatives (e. g., training or education programs) , special projects and/or other duties directed by local managementADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORTAnswering inbound phone calls or making outbound calls with updates on service requests (e.g., scheduling follow-up calls with FAs / PWAs / teams as needed)Managing the calendar including coordinating meetings or events with logistics such as material prep (e.g., maintaining agendas, sending calendar invites with Zoom credentials)Maintaining travel itineraries, preparing expense reports and managing the reimbursement processAssisting with general in-office support functions such as copying, filing and scanning documentationPreparing and submitting expense reports for processing at the direction of the FA/PWAEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:Education and/or ExperienceHigh School Diploma/EquivalencyCollege degree preferredActive Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)Two or more years of industry experience preferredKnowledge/SkillsKnowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accountsDetail orientated with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritizeAdvanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skillsStrong time management skillsTeam player with the ability to collaborate with othersAbility to work in a fast-paced, evolving environmentAdaptable and ability to multitaskGoal oriented, self-motivated and results drivenReports To:Business Service OfficerTo qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.Salary range for the position: [$35,630 - $85,000] per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.For more information, please visit : https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo .