Wealth Client Onboarding & Operations Specialist

Baird; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential up to 8.5%

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Baird in Seattle seeks a Client Specialist to deliver exceptional client service and operational support for Private Wealth Management. You’ll coordinate onboarding, manage communications, and help organize client events while aligning with regulatory policies.

Role requires 2+ years of experience, relevant securities licenses or willingness to obtain, and proficiency in MS Office. The team values accuracy, organization, and proactive client service.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry/administrative work experience.
• Active SIE, Series 7, and Series 66/63 and 65 licenses or willingness to obtain within 18 months.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and related platforms.
• Strong communication, organizational and compliance skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate client onboarding, manage prospect pipelines and account paperwork.
• Support client meetings, prepare materials and maintain CRM systems.
• Provide back-up to teams and handle client communications and scheduling.
• Assist with seminars/events and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor opportunities and advise Advisors on actions to drive business.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Organization

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Education

SIE certification

Series 7

Series 66/63 and 65

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Baird in Seattle seeks a Client Specialist to deliver exceptional client service and operational support for Private Wealth Management. You’ll coordinate onboarding, manage communications, and help organize client events while aligning with regulatory policies.

Role requires 2+ years of experience, relevant securities licenses or willingness to obtain, and proficiency in MS Office. The team values accuracy, organization, and proactive client service.