Registered Associate II

About the role

The Registered Associate II provides day-to-day support to one or more Financial Advisors by managing client service needs and acting as a key liaison between clients, advisors, and internal partners. This role requires a strong understanding of investment products, brokerage operations, and regulatory requirements to deliver high-quality, proactive client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for client servicing, including account opening, maintenance, and trade execution
• Onboard new client relationships by preparing and processing account documentation, advisory agreements, and related correspondence
• Support Financial Advisors in evaluating client investment objectives, risk tolerance, income needs, and market conditions
• Deliver proactive, high-quality service to clients, Financial Advisors, and internal business partners
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Management, and relationship managers) to resolve client inquiries and requests
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client information in the Client Relationship Management (CRM) system
• Organize and maintain client records in compliance with firm, industry, and regulatory requirements
• Act as a subject-matter resource for associates and advisors by sharing technical knowledge and best practices
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and support business process improvements within the function

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• FINRA licenses required: SIE, Series 7 or 7TO, and Series 63/65 or 66
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a client-facing role within brokerage, investment advisory, or financial services
• Strong working knowledge of investment products (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, options)
• Excellent verbal, written, and analytical communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Wealthscape, Morningstar Analytics, and Thomson ONE preferred
• Ability to explain complex information clearly and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to support and mentor less-experienced team members

Work Environment

This is an in-office position. All duties and responsibilities must be performed onsite.

Location

26790 South Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, FL 34134

Pay

Salary range: $64,125 - 105,925 USD

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. A discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component is also provided.

Working With Us

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve!