Associate Financial Planner

Associate Financial Planner

About the Job

Brio Financial Group 

Want to work in a fun and friendly office with a supportive, collaborative team? Are you someone who always puts clients’ interests first, believes in fiduciary standards, has a hunger to learn, contributes and drives results, and has a fun, competitive spirit? Then you might be the perfect complement to our already amazing team of five financial planners, three associate financial advisors, and four staff members!

We have an aggressive growth plan for our pure RIA firm and are looking to build out our team with talent from the financial services industry. While a commitment to our clients’ best interest is first and foremost, we are also deeply committed to our team. At Brio, culture matters. Education and internal learning form the cornerstone for what makes us great. At the same time, our fun-spirited team approach creates an amazing office for both clients and team members.

Brio doesn't view financial planning as a one-time event, but rather a collaboration that takes place over a number of years, even decades, and is centered on unique ideas for each client’s personal and financial future. Our goal is to be both innovative and ethical in helping turn our clients’ dreams into a financial reality. People who place their trust in us can rely on our skills and confident guidance, as well as objective advice from their advisor who can help them make sense of today's complex financial options.

We are currently looking for financial planners with their own clients to join our firm and be part of Brio’s explosive growth. The degree of experience and current practice size will determine the level at which you would be joining. We have openings for advisors with small practices to transition or purchase, as well as for a large practice to merge.

If you are interested in growing and being challenged in a job you’ll love, please come talk to us.

Overview  

The Associate Financial Planner supports the Financial Planner in delivering comprehensive financial planning to clients and in this support, is learning to be client facing.  Building relationships while supporting the lead planner is critical to this roles success. 

Responsibilities 

  • Prepare and update financial plans using financial planning software 

  • Foster and sustain strong, credible relationships with both clients and colleagues 

  • Ensure effective client follow-up to verify received data and clarify objectives 

  • Participate in client meetings and document meeting discussions 

  • Assist Financial Planner with helping their clients articulate their financial goals within the context of their investment strategy 

  • Maintain and monitor client status against existing financial plans 

  • Adhere to deadlines for plan review by the Financial Planner 

  • Coordinate the account administration for investment management clients and ensure the completion of investment related tasks and client inquiries relative to the investment management of portfolio accounts 

  • Research and resolve account / operational investment discrepancies 

  • Perform daily money transfers, wires, and capital calls maintaining the highest standards to accuracy and AML compliance 

  • Identify service efficiency enhancements, process improvements, and service delivery using creative and proactive measure 

  • Drive goals-based wealth management strategy with Financial Planner and their clients 

  • Coordinate with firm specialists to ensure the team is leveraging all relevant firm expertise 

  • Actively engage in other available training and education programs, including firm strategic priorities and professional development, and stay current on policies, procedures and new platforms 

  • Regularly seek opportunities to use firm resources for peer sharing and collaborating with Financial Planners 

  • Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned 

Education and/or Experience 

  • 3+ years of work experience in a Wealth Management and/or Financial Services 

  • Bachelor’s degree or professional certification preferred 

  • Series 65, Series 66, CFP, CPA or CFA required  

Knowledge/Skills 

  • Demonstrate the utmost ethical responsibility and respect for client privacy 

  • Working knowledge of all areas of financial planning 

  • Growth mindset in all professional areas 

  • Knowledge of compliance rules and regulations and firm policies 

  • Exemplary communication, presentation, time-management and organizational skills 

  • Proficient at listening to client needs and skillfully constructing tailored financial solutions 

  • Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office  

  • Preferred familiarity with software including eMoney, RedTail, Orion and Schwab Advisor Center 

  • Team player with the ability to collaborate with others 

If you're interested in a new career in a wonderful environment with huge opportunity for growth and a cutting-edge RIA – contact us: (415) 623-2450 / Info@BrioFG.com

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