Wealth Management Associate

Curi Capital; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Education assistance

Annual bonus opportunity

401(k) with employer match

Flexible time off

13 paid holidays annually

Job summary

Curi Capital is seeking a Wealth Management Associate in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The role involves performing administrative and financial planning functions for high net worth clients while working in a collaborative team environment.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of Wealth Management experience and maintain effective client relationships. The base salary ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 USD, with comprehensive benefits including health, education assistance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Wealth Management preferred.
• Education or experience in business, economics, or finance preferred.
• Exposure to wealth management or financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective relationships for client satisfaction.
• Provide support to Wealth Advisors by managing client relationships.
• Research and communicate solutions to complex problems.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

St. Joe, Michigan; Grand Rapids, Michigan

About Us

Curi Capital, founded in 2005, is a rapidly growing national registered investment advisory firm (RIA) based in Chicago. We are committed to building meaningful relationships and making a difference in our clients’ financial wellness. Our mission is focused on enriching the lives of our teammates, clients, partners, and the communities in which we live and work. Curi Capital is perennially ranked among Barron’s Top 100 Independent Registered Investment Advisors globally. Our values—Accountability, Curiosity, Teamwork, Inclusion, and Service Commitment—are at the core of our culture.

Location

St. Joe, Michigan

The Role

We are looking for an organized and collaborative individual with excellent communication skills to join our Wealth Management team as a Wealth Management Associate in our St. Joe Michigan office. In this role, you will be responsible for performing administrative and financial planning functions associated with servicing high net worth clients while working in a team environment. You will also assist the Wealth Advisors in establishing relationships with clients and be responsible for maintaining client contact, servicing client needs and troubleshooting problems, while training to become a Wealth Advisor. You will have a significant impact on the client’s impression and trust in the firm. Accuracy and timeliness of work and communications are critical. In this role, you will understand how processes and products work together in a client’s portfolio. Once a minimum of one year’s experience has been achieved, you will assist the Wealth Advisors with personal delivery of financial planning activities.

Key Result Areas

• Establish and maintain effective relationships and provide client service that builds satisfaction and confidence
• Provide support to Wealth Advisors by gathering the necessary data to manage client relationships. Update and inform Wealth Advisors about client activity as appropriate
• Analyze and evaluate the financial status of clients and prospects
• Participate in 1‑4 client or prospect meetings or calls each week
• Understand how processes and products work together and apply that knowledge to satisfy client questions and concerns
• Demonstrate critical thinking and good judgment in all situations
• Research and communicate the resolution of complex problems and implement solutions
• Ensure completion of internal projects
• Develop and present financial planning recommendations, including but not limited to retirement and education projections
• Provide effective, timely and proactive communication with clients, colleagues and third parties

Key Skills

• Successful candidates will demonstrate an aptitude to learn and grow in responsibilities and accountabilities over time
• Demonstrated ability to build mutually beneficial relationships required
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize work required
• Must be detail oriented and have demonstrated ability to solve problems and meet deadlines
• Must be able to follow defined processes where they exist while also making adjustments and using good judgment when business circumstances dictate
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required

Key Qualifications

• One to three years of experience in Wealth Management preferred
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience required
• Education or experience in business, economics, or finance and/or experience working with the public preferred
• Exposure to wealth management or financial services and experience servicing customers preferred
• Experience in clubs, activities, sports, volunteer service, etc. helpful, especially leadership experience

Key Licenses

• Series 65 recommended or willingness to obtain upon hiring
• CFP recommended or willingness to obtain within one year

The base salary will be commensurate with an individual's work experience and educational background. US Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000 USD

Our Benefits

Curi Capital offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Other benefits for eligible team members include education assistance, annual bonus opportunity, 401(k) with employer match, short-term and long-term disability, flexible time off, and 13 paid holidays annually.