Wealth Management Associate

LE010 Manning & Napier Advisors, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Manning & Napier is seeking a Wealth Management Associate to collaborate with the Distribution group, Intermediary Distribution Group Associates, Institutional Associates, and Relationship Managers to service clients, PFAs, and consultants. You will report to the Client Service Manager and support account openings, transfers, and client reporting.

The role emphasizes knowledge of investment solutions, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities, with compensation indicating an hourly

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of investment industry experience preferred.
• Series 7 and 66 or equivalent to be obtained within 12 months of start date.
• Prior direct client relationship experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong prioritization and organization skills; comfort with numbers.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of investment solutions available and serviced through Manning & Napier.
• Coordinate and monitor account openings, asset transfers and account closing processes and documentation.
• Oversee preparation and accuracy of client reports including year-end summaries, 1099 reporting, performance reports, client statements, and ad hoc requests.
• Prepare and coordinate client reviews for meetings and mailings.
• Participate in problem solving and troubleshooting of client, PFA, and Distribution team issues and inquiries.
• Escalate problems to management as appropriate.
• Assist with client portal support phone queue.
• Participate in prospecting initiatives and campaigns as appropriate.
• Provide back-up coverage and support to other team members.
• Assist training of new team members on practices and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Client service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Series 7 and 66 license to be obtained within 12 months

Job description

As a Wealth Management Associate, you will work in collaboration with the external and internal Distribution team, Intermediary Distribution Group Associates, Institutional Associates and Relationship Managers in order to coordinate and service support all aspects of the client, Personal Financial Advisor (PFA), and Consultant relationship. You will report to the Client Service Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of all investment solutions available and serviced through Manning & Napier Develop a comprehensive knowledge of custody services and processes for all types of accounts Coordinate and monitor account openings, asset transfers and account closing processes and documentation.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of client reports including year-end summaries, 1099 reporting, performance reports, client statements, and ad hoc requests Prepare and coordinate client reviews for meetings and mailings
• Participate in problem solving and troubleshooting of client, PFA, and Distribution team issues and inquiries
• Critical review of incoming correspondence (i.e., trading directives and actionable items) and ensuring these items are properly routed for timely processing and approved accordingly
• Assist with client portal support phone queue
• Escalation of problems or issues to management as appropriate
• Participate in prospecting initiatives and campaigns as appropriate
• Provide back-up coverage and support to other members of the team
• Assist with training new team members on practice and procedure, and mentoring new Client Service Associates
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• One year of investment industry experience preferred
• Series 7 and 66 or equivalent to be obtained within 12 months of start date
• Prior direct client relationship experience preferred
• Work independently with strong prioritization and organization skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfort in dealing with numbers/mathematics

Compensation

Expected hourly rate between $25 - $28.21 per hour; subjective bonus potential in addition to hourly rate

About Us

Manning & Napier is a wealth and investment manager that prides itself on helping our clients meet their financial goals. For fifty-five years, we have developed deep relationships with our clients and have employed a research-driven approach to wealth management. Whether we are helping a non-profit grow its endowment, an individual retire with confidence, or an advisor develop their practice, we maintain a focus on real-world results. Our culture rewards curiosity and an entrepreneurial attitude. We are always looking for passionate individuals to join our team.