Wealth Client Services Associate

711 MS Smith Barney, LLC; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to provide exceptional client support for Financial Advisors and teams. The role focuses on relationship building, information gathering, and facilitating account-related tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include handling inquiries, processing transactions, onboarding clients, and educating them on digital tools while aligning with firm policies and service standards.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Active Series 7 and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required.
• Two or more years of industry experience preferred in financial services.
• Knowledge of financial products including equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Strong writing, interpersonal and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide client support for a FA/PWA/team including cultivating and enhancing client relationships.
• Execute money movement transactions on request of client/FA/PWA/team.
• Explain account details and enroll clients in digital tools (MSOnline, eSign, eAuthorization).
• Onboard and maintain client accounts, collecting information and documentation.
• Assist with scheduling, calendars, travel, and expense reporting.
• Support marketing efforts and contribute to business plan execution.
• Stay current on policies, procedures, and new platforms.

Skills

Series 7

Series 66

Series 63

Series 65

Industry experience

Finance knowledge

MS Office

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to provide exceptional client support for Financial Advisors and teams. The role focuses on relationship building, information gathering, and facilitating account-related tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include handling inquiries, processing transactions, onboarding clients, and educating them on digital tools while aligning with firm policies and service standards.