Position Summary
The Planning associate is a key member of the financial planning team responsible for supporting financial advisors. This
position will serve as the primary support resource to advisors, helping them prepare for client meetings, follow up on
action items, and ensure the client experience is efficient, consistent and professional.
Our Team Values
Generosity Relationship Excellence Authenticity Fun We give to bless other and inspire our clients to do the same
We value others by prioritizing relationships and showing empathy
We strive for the highest levels of quality and professionalism by never cutting corners
We are consistent in our character and genuine care for our clients
We create a positive and enjoyable environment that encourages strong connections
Job Responsibilities
• Assist advisors in preparing and delivering comprehensive financial plans.
• Participate in client meetings as needed, taking notes, capturing action items and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Respond to client inquiries with professionalism, accuracy, and promptness.
• Gather, review, and analyze client financial data (income, expenses, assets, liabilities, insurance, investments,
etc.).
• Draft financial plan summaries, recommendations, and reports for advisor review.
• Prepare client proposals and client meeting agendas.
• Assist in building models, investment analyses, and other financial planning scenarios using planning software.
• Research and evaluate financial products, investment strategies, and planning options.
• Demonstrate professional communication skills with responses to clients and team members by phone, email, in
person, and written communications.
• Provide backup for team members, including answering phones and other basic office tasks, and take on
additional responsibilities as needed.
• Coordinate and maintain rules and regulations relating to compliance and disclosures.
Position Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• 3+ years of financial industry service experience preferred.
• Familiarity with financial planning concepts and investment products preferred.
• Experience with financial planning software preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications.
• Extremely strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, maintain high quality of work, and work independently or in a team.
• Working towards CFPâ.
Required Abilities and Personal Character Qualities
• Highest level of integrity and ethical standards, and absolute respect for client confidentiality.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy; ability to work in a highly regulated environment and navigate
paperwork requirements with minimal error.
• Professional attitude, demeanor, and appearance.
• Passion for excellence and a strong dedication to clients and teammates
• Ability to interact with business owners, C-level executives, and high net worth clients.
• Initiative and resourcefulness to solve problems and suggest improvements.
• Ability to work independently but also collaborate in a team atmosphere.