Associate Wealth Advisor (Wealth Management, RIA Firm)
3 days ago
Pittsburgh
Job DescriptionAssociate Wealth Advisor The JFS mission centers on helping clients realize their goals for current and future generations. To deliver the promise, we seek industry-qualified, forward-thinking individuals capable of complex problem-solving in a highly collaborative environment. As we grow, our firm offers opportunities for professionals looking to lead, inspire, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our employees and our clients. With more than $4 billion in assets under management, JFS Wealth Advisors provides purpose-driven individuals, businesses, and institutions with customized, solution-based financial planning and investment management. As an independent, fee-based, fiduciary firm, we aren’t incented to sell specific investment products. Our recommendations are rooted in clients’ best interests; their success is ours as well. We are actively recruiting an Associate Wealth Advisor to add a new member to our team. This position will have the opportunity to learn, grow and add value to our clients by working alongside our experienced staff of Wealth Advisors in our Pittsburgh, PA office. Responsible for providing advisor support and/or service to clients, with a career track toward becoming a Wealth Advisor. Serves as back-up to our Client Relationship Specialists. If you are looking for a dynamic firm with a collegial culture and growth opportunity, JFS is the place for you. Essential Job Functions • IDENTIFIES AND FULFILLS CLIENT'S FINANCIAL PLANNING NEEDS. Works with Lead Advisors to interview clients to determine assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status and financial objectives. Analyzes client's financial status, develops financial plans based on analysis of data and discusses financial options with client. Prepares personal financial plans for presentation by other professional staff and/or presents personal financial plans personally. Interfaces with other internal or external financial professionals, as needed., • ASSURES THAT CLIENT PLANS ARE EXECUTED AND MODIFIED AS NEEDED. Attends or Performs Progress Review meetings regarding financial plans and investment accounts. Maintains contact with client and/or Advisors to revise plans based on modified goals and needs of client or changes in investment markets, tax laws, retirement and insurance opportunities. Researches information to resolve complex client situations. Monitors investment accounts to assure that planned strategy is being implemented and transfers are proceeding properly., • COORDINATES CLIENT MEETING PREPARATION AND MEETING FOLLOW-UP. Works with an Advisor and Client Relationship Support to prepare for client meetings including developing meetings agendas, note review, account performance review, and completing Financial Goal Plan updates. Responsible to complete and/or monitor completion of meeting follow-up tasks. May also participate in client meetings as requested by Lead Advisor., • PARTICIPATION IN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES. Participation in prospect and COI development activities of client service team., • PARTICIPATES IN FIRM TEAMS AS ASSIGNED. Participates in team meetings such as Financial Planning/Wealth Strategies Team and/or Investment Team and/or Business Development Team, and others as directed by supervisor(s)., • INTERFACES WITH CLIENTS TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. Follows up with clients for additional information required by Advisors of their client service team. Meets with clients as requested by Advisors and follows up on client questions and concerns with Advisors. Serves as contact / resource for clients calling with questions regarding their asset management accounts. Executes on directions from clients to meet any of their transactional and other needs. Forwards calls or questions that cannot be answered to an Advisor as appropriate. Communicates daily with asset management team members regarding items that affect clients who are currently being served., • PROVIDES CLIENT RELATIONSHIP SUPPORT FOR ADVISORS. Facilitates and executes tasks and ensures prompt and complete follow through. May prepare performance reports, including certain institutional reports., • INTERFACES WITH CUSTODIANS, AS NEEDED. As backup to CRS support, may initiate transactions and paperwork, and communicate with custodians regarding alerts. Maintains appropriate documentation and records, as required by custodians and other regulatory bodies., • ASSISTS IN NEW CLIENT ONBOARDING AND ACCOUNT OPENINGS/TRANSFERS. Works with Advisors and Client Relationship Support to onboard new clients from initiation through completion. Assists and/or serves as back-up to Client Relationship Support to request contracts, DIMA Authorization Forms, driver’s license copies, and other appropriate new account and/or account transfer paperwork. Runs OFAC checks. Oversees transfer of assets and/or accounts to JFS. Coordinates preparation of an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) for the client’s portfolio prior to assigning a model to or trading the account. Ensures that accounts are properly set up in AdvisorView, including custom fields and CRM. Sets accounts up for any special features needed, including check writing, distributions, RMD’s, margin, etc. Works directly with clients and custodians, as needed and appropriate. Set up and maintain client portal in Advisor View., • SERVES AS BACK-UP TO COMPLETE ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS RELATED TO CLIENT'S ACCOUNTS. Processes additional funds into existing accounts as instructed. Provides delivery instructions for various types of assets. Fulfills distributions requests, including ensuring cash availability. Ensures, with Advisors, that RMDs are taken appropriately. Processes account closures and client terminations, including launching appropriate workflows involving compliance, operations, and billing. Completes required and requested account maintenance and account service (ex. beneficiary changes, address changes, etc.). Assists in coordination of quarterly and semi-annual investment review report preparation, review, and processing. Runs reports and global reports in AdvisorView as needed., • M EFFORT. Interacts with other employees to promote smooth work flow, identify and resolve problems, advance the firm’s image and accomplish results which support the mission of JFS Wealth Advisors.What do you need to be successful at JFS Wealth Advisors?, • Process orientation which will enable successful design, development, implementation and management of a high-quality financial planning process across the firm., • Ability to solve complex problems and form relationships with clients of all ages and levels of sophistication., • Attention to detail and self-motivation to achieve results., • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience, Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Series 65 while getting CFP and ability to produce a clean U-4.Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:, • Problem solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in a group problem solving situations., • Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others., • Client Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments., • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed., • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values., • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments., • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Must pass a background check, credit report, and drug screen. We thank you for your interest in JFS Wealth Advisors, LLC. JFS Wealth Advisors Participates in E-Verify Right To work: JFS Participation: Powered by JazzHR fN6hNAJyvX