Senior Associate, Firm Operations

Credentials

• Undergraduate degree required (Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business or Economics preferred)
• 2+ years of relevant experience with a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), investment management firm or broker/dealer
• Multi-custodial experience (Charles Schwab, Fidelity, Pershing institutional platforms at a minimum), set-up of custodial relationships preferred

Responsibilities

• Custodian Onboarding & Platform Management
• Lead the operational onboarding, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of custodian relationships across the firm's platform
• Coordinate custodian due diligence, documentation collection, approval workflows, and implementation timelines
• Partner with custodians, technology, compliance, and internal stakeholders to facilitate successful integrations
• Develop, maintain, and enhance standardized onboarding procedures, checklists, and documentation
• Custodian Relationship Management
• Oversee ongoing custodian administration, including maintenance of service agreements, operational contacts, platform permissions, and support processes
• Coordinate escalation management and operational feedback discussions
• Stay informed of custodian platform enhancements, policy updates, and operational changes
• Recordkeeping & Documentation
• Maintain comprehensive records of custodian contracts, agreements, pricing schedules, and service documentation
• Ensure accurate and organized recordkeeping related to custodian onboarding, servicing activities, and relationship management
• Project Management & Process Improvement
• Lead cross-functional projects related to custodian onboarding, conversions, integrations, and platform changes, coordinating communication and execution across custodians, local offices, and internal teams
• Create and maintain operational procedures, service guides, and training materials
• Participate in strategic initiatives to support firm growth, advisor experience, and operational scalability
• Use project management tools to monitor custodian-related projects and initiatives

About Beacon Pointe

Beacon Pointe Advisors is one of the nation’s largest Registered Investment Advisor firms with headquarters in Southern California and affiliate offices nationwide. Beacon Pointe provides advisory services to a range of clients, including institutions (i.e., endowments, foundations), high-net-worth individuals, and families. Beacon Pointe has been recognized by various industry publications including Forbes, Financial Advisor Magazine, Barron’s, and more.