Registered Client Service Associate (Summit, NJ)

Oppenheimer & Co; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Summit, NJ is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to support a wealth management team. The role demands superior interpersonal skills and attention to detail. You will manage day-to-day operations, assist clients, and grow relationships. Required certifications include FINRA Series 7 and 63/65. This position offers a salary range of $60,000 to $65,000, plus potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working as a sales assistant or Client Service Associate.
• Basic understanding of financial instruments and brokerage/insurance products.
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations of the wealth management practice.
• Assist clients and advisors with inquiries and account procedures.
• Cultivate and grow existing client relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Proficiency with MS Office

Client relationship management

Education

FINRA Series 7 certification

FINRA Series 63/65 (or 66)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Docusign

Job description

Overview

Who We Are:

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (“Oppenheimer”) is a leading middle-market investment bank and full service broker-dealer. With roots tracing back to 1881, the Company is engaged in a broad range of activities in the financial services industry, including retail securities brokerage, institutional sales and trading, investment banking (both corporate and public finance), equity & fixed income research, market making, trust services and investment advisory and asset management services.

Job Description

Oppenheimer & Co is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to join the Summit NJ team. The primary responsibility of the role is to support the day-to-day operations of a successful, growing wealth management practice comprised of two advisors and two existing RCSAs. The cornerstone of the practice is impeccable client service and financial planning. This role requires superior interpersonal and multi-tasking skill sets as well as meticulous attention to detail. The candidate should be able to operate independently as well as a member of a 5 – 6 person team. This role will assist in performing a variety of daily support tasks so that the team grows their business, runs smoothly and meets excellent service standards.

Responsibilities

• Learn and adapt to service the needs of various accounts in order to answer day-to-day questions from clients and advisors
• Quickly develop knowledge of a variety of forms and account procedures in order to assist clients
• Learn to utilize research and technical support tools
• Produce quality analytical reports using various software programs
• Act with integrity and respect in all situations
• Cultivate and grow existing client relationships
• Assist with marketing efforts
• Prioritize daily work, track progress of projects and deadlines, answer phones, take messages and schedule appointments
• Prepare and process paperwork to open and service accounts

Skills/Requirements

• This role requires superior interpersonal and multi-tasking skill sets as well as meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness
• FINRA Series 7 and 63/65 (or 66) required (within first three months of hire)
• A basic understanding of financial instruments and brokerage/insurance products
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification preferred
• 5+ years’ experience working as a sales assistant/CSA
• Possess a high degree of proficiency with technology including MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), and the ability to learn Docusign and internal software programs.
• Must be a team player with an energetic, positive disposition seeking growth and opportunity to expand the role
• Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• Able to interface and articulate well with all levels of employees, management and clients in a highly professional, timely and friendly manner
• Able to prioritize and meet designated deadlines and work effectively in a pressurized environment under time constraints
• Demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks to completion with little or no supervision

Compensation

For job postings in New Jersey, Oppenheimer is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. This salary range is specific to the State of New Jersey and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making salary decisions including but not limited to your skills, qualifications, experience, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 at the time of this posting. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as discretionary bonus.