Paraplanner - Support Advisor

About the role

As part of a high-performing, client-centric small business, we are looking to add an ambitious, honest, accurate, and ethical Support Advisor who can provide excellent service to clients. This position collaborates with our Advisor(s) to deliver comprehensive financial planning and investment management to clients. You will contribute to the success of the firm by enhancing and deepening relationships with clients by fostering trust and satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, considerate, and animal-loving team player seeking to work with hardworking individuals who enjoy helping people achieve financial security and peace of mind. One of our team members is a gentle office dog, so you must be comfortable around animals and willing to care for her, as needed.

Compensation

$70,000 - $85,000 yearly

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience within the financial services industry preferred
• Experience working with LPL preferred
• Current SIE, Series 66 (or equivalent), Series 7 (or 6), WI health, and WI life insurance licenses required
• Proficiency in industry-specific software
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Professional and positive attitude, friendly demeanor both in-person and by telephone
• Able to manage own workflow and priorities while willingly and effectively accommodating requests or needs from clients and other team members
• Resilient, self-directed individual who can work both independently and with a high-performance team
• High level of ethics, discretion, compliance, and confidentiality to protect clients and the team

Responsibilities

• Assist the Advisor(s) with the entire financial planning process to maximize efficiency
• Analyze financial data to construct comprehensive financial plans and help customize financial solutions and wealth strategies for clients
• Clearly articulate planning recommendations to Advisors and clients as necessary (this is not a sales position); opportunities for advancement are available
• Assist with all aspects of office functions including, but not limited to, meeting preparation, client paperwork, investment transactions, client meeting follow-up, supply ordering, answering phones, wowing clients, and caring for our office dog
• Research ad-hoc financial planning questions as necessary to further support our Advisors and their clients
• Identify, meet, and follow through with clients’ and Financial Advisors’ needs and requirements with keen attention to detail and a high level of effectiveness
• Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex personal and business financial planning concepts and stay informed of current financial planning developments and tax law changes
• Establish, service, monitor, and maintain client investment accounts (including contributions/distributions, beneficiary designations, and other changes)
• Set up and maintain online access for clients

Schedule

Full-time, on-site in a professional office setting.