Paraplanner/Support Advisor

The Support Advisor reports to the Lead Advisor and is responsible for providing technical support for the Lead Advisor. Responsibilities include: data gathering, modeling, case design, scenario building, and plan and presentation development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Lead Advisor with analysis, client service, and technical assistance
• Learn the technical aspects of the Advisor position and prepare to service clients independently
• Manage data and plans in financial planning software
• Responsible for client meeting preparation and follow-up including assembling requisite paperwork, account reviews, report generation and meeting documentation
• Analyze asset allocation and generation rebalancing trades
• Research investment managers, services, products and pricing
• Understand and leverage the resources available at the Broker Dealer to the fullest extent
• Commitment to culture requires a demonstration of professionalism, accountability, customer/client focus, and teamwork
• Develop Centers of Influences such as community involvement, CPA’s and attorneys, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

 Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Expert computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point) are essential
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Strong time management and organizational skills; able to work independently and effectively manage multiple tasks at once
• Ability to quickly mater tools of the industry – financial planning software, analytical tools and broker/dealer or custodian systems

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
• The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in the financial services industry allowing for a strong understanding of broker/dealer operations and financial services products, including but not limited to: equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
• Previous experience in the independent financial services culture preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• Series 7 and 63 required
• Series 65/66 preferred (or ability to obtain)
• CFP or CIMA preferred