Associate

Simon Quick Advisors is an independent, employee-owned RIA that offers holistic financial planning solutions for affluent families, business owners, and executives. We provide sophisticated strategies built around individual needs, preferences, risk tolerances, objectives, and tax considerations. Our purpose is to give our clients and our team the freedom to pursue what matters, offering peace of mind through trusted partnership.

About the role

The Client Advisory Associate plays a vital role in delivering a high-touch, personalized client experience by supporting Client Advisors in the design and execution of comprehensive wealth management strategies. This includes contributions across key planning areas such as investments, tax, estate, insurance, and cash flow. The Associate ensures operational excellence, strengthens client relationships, and supports the creation of thoughtful, data-driven financial plans that align with each client’s unique goals. This role is intentionally structured as a developmental path toward becoming a lead advisor and obtaining the CFP® designation, offering exposure to all facets of holistic financial planning and client service.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of comprehensive financial planning and investment recommendations by analyzing client goals, needs, and financial data to propose tailored strategies across investment, retirement, tax optimization, estate planning, and risk management.
• Deliver high-quality client service and daily communication support, serving as a key point of contact for clients to clarify planning strategies and coordinate implementation across internal and external stakeholders.
• Execute and monitor investment and financial plan implementation, ensuring seamless coordination and documentation.
• Maintain and review client performance and planning reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery that reflects current client objectives and financial conditions.
• Ensure adherence to fiduciary, compliance, and procedural standards by monitoring and documenting client activity to align with firm policies and best practices.
• Engage directly with clients to support service needs and foster trusted, long-term relationships.
• Coordinate with third-party providers, including custodians, investment managers, estate attorneys, and tax professionals, to facilitate timely and accurate execution of client strategies.
• Interface with external investment managers to gather information, track investment activity, and align client portfolios with overall planning goals.
• Prepare meeting materials such as financial plans, performance reports, and investment summaries; participate in client meetings and capture next steps and follow-ups.
• Uphold strict client confidentiality and monitor accounts for unusual or potentially fraudulent activity.
• Collaborate with the Client Service Associate and other team members to ensure seamless execution of operational and administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3-6 years of financial services experience.
• Experience with Fidelity and Schwab.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience using DocuSign, Orion, Salesforce, and eMoney.
• Experience with tax and estate planning concepts (trust structures, estate/gift tax planning, Roth conversions, charitable giving strategies, etc.) preferred.
• While the CFP® certification is not required upon hire, candidates are expected to pursue and obtain the CFP® designation as part of their long-term professional development once approved by management.

Skills

• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot discrepancies and ensure accuracy in financial data.
• Client Focus: Builds and maintains strong client relationships through excellent service.
• Problem Solving: Addresses issues with initiative and sound judgment.
• Communication: Effectively conveys ideas verbally and in writing.
• Technical Proficiency: Expert use of financial systems and software.
• Adaptability: Manages multiple tasks while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical Thinking: Applies logic and data analysis to decision-making.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and deliverables.
• Collaboration: Works well within a team, supporting collective goals.
• Confidentiality: Maintains privacy and trust with sensitive client information.

Pay

Starting at $80,000 (based on experience), plus bonus and benefits.

Schedule

Hybrid (New York, NY).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.