Wealth Management Client Associate

United States Digital Space LLC; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrill Wealth Management in Florence, AL is seeking a client service professional to support multiple Financial Advisors and address client needs with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery. You will help deepen client relationships and promote Merrill's banking and investment offerings.

The role requires strong communication skills, a client-centric mindset, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment. On-site work and standard shift expectations apply.

Qualifications

• Strong client-centric mindset with results focus.
• Ability to learn new technology platforms.
• Experience in financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide client service support to multiple Financial Advisors (FAs).
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and completeness in client materials and requests.
• Support enterprise strategic objectives and risk management while prioritizing a client-first approach.

Skills

Account Management

Client Management

Customer Focus

Oral Communications

Written Communications

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals-based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance.

Merrill's Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of the company.

Merrill is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Merrill, we empower you to bring your whole self to work. We value the unique perspectives in our thoughts, business, and within our employees and clients. Our Wealth Management team represents an array of different skills and experiences that individuals bring from all backgrounds and careers; whether gained through military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Job Description:This job is responsible for providing client service support to potentially multiple Financial Advisors (FAs). Key responsibilities include supporting enterprise strategic objectives, operational excellence goals, and client advocacy within the FA's business, while customizing solutions based on their specific needs. Job expectations include serving as the most frequent point of contact within Merrill to address all service needs of their clients.

Responsibilities:

• Provides excellent Client Service to the bank's clients through educating them on all of the bank's service and banking offerings Ensures timeliness, accuracy, and completeness in client materials and follows up on all client and Financial Advisor (FA) requests Assists with ensuring practices are in alignment with the bank's policies and procedures to support operational excellence, protect the bank's clients, and manage risk Identifies, deepens, and maintains client relationships through emphasizing the bank's offerings and promoting incorporation of banking into day-to-day practices, while communicating outputs to the FA Supports day-to-day team activities and needs including covering roles in times of absence or seasonal need increases, while leading with a client first mindset

Required Qualifications:

• Is an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and an intense focus on results Demonstrates a client-centric mindset, always acting in the best interest of the client Has the ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platforms

Desired Qualifications:

• Currently holds or is pursuing FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and/or Series 66 (63 and 65 accepted in lieu of 66) Possesses industry knowledge and an understanding of investment products Has experience working with clients, quickly fulfilling their needs, delivering complex solutions, and providing an excellent client experience Is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with changing and evolving responsibilities Is detail oriented Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth Exhibits sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information Strong computer application skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce Demonstrates professional verbal and written communication skills

Skills:

• Account Management Client Management Customer and Client Focus Issue Management Oral Communications Business Development Client Solutions Advisory Pipeline Management Prioritization Administrative Services Emotional Intelligence Referral Identification Written Communications

Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

nternal employees who are currently working from home are still eligible to apply. However, if selected for the role, you may be required to work onsite in accordance with the Workplace Excellence policy.

Shift:1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:37.5