Job Description
Position Title:Financial Planning Consultant
Reports to: Sr. Vice President
Department: Simplicity Wealth: Planning
Location: 86 Summit Ave, Summit NJ07901(in-office)
Classification: Full-time/Exempt
Summary / Job Objective: We have a current opening for our internal Financial Planning Team. We are seeking an individual who is a strong relationship builder with great communication skills and a problem-solving mindset, that thrives in a fast-paced and evolving organization. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, a proactive tech savvy learner, consistently performs at a high level under variable workloads, and has a passion for making a positive impact on client’s lives. You will have exposure to all areas of financial services with a primary focus on creating Investment Proposals and conducting portfolio analysis for affiliated Advisors using our proprietary technology platform.
Essential Job Functions: Inbound and outbound Client Service, Financial Holdings Analysis, Investment Proposal Generation & Planning, and Advisor Coaching & Training.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Meets with affiliated Advisors to collect client information and build strong relationships (Phone/Video)
· Works with affiliated Advisors in ensuring the proper forms are collected pre/post client meeting
· Will be the primary interface between affiliated Advisors responsible for analyzing sensitive client information and inputting it into the Simplicity Wealth Platform
· Services all planning related requests with a focus on providing high quality and timely client experience
· Extensively communicating with internal and external clients using email and phone
· Collaborates, Coaches, and answers Advisor questions via e-mail, video, and phone
· Conducts educational Webinars to continue to educate and teach Advisors Planning best practices.
· Handles inbound calls to the Planning Team and addresses and resolves any Advisor needs
· Handles Quality Assurance related to the Wealth Proposal as Tech is regularly updated
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree or higher
· Prior experience in a Financial Services capacity (RIA, IAR, Bank, Broker Dealer, Annuity, Life)
· Must be Tech Savvy: Strong Proficiency in Google Office Suite (Excel, Word, Drive, eMail, etc)
· Series 65, CFP, CHFc or willingness to obtain any of these is a plus (Company Sponsored)
· Passionate about the client experience and the financial services industry
· Favors direct communication & possesses an ability to receive constructive feedback
· Able to uphold the firm’s purpose, vision, and values high ethical standards.
Core Competencies:
· Strong organizational, prioritization, interpersonal & time management skills
· Strong mathematical and analytical skills
· Excellent communications skills; both verbal and written
· Collaborative and able to work effectively with others
· Flexible team player who is highly adaptable to change and open to new ideas
· Personable attitude and willingness to build relationships with Advisors
· Desire to learn a wide array of subject matter
· Self-starter with ability to work independently
· Problem-solving/troubleshooting ability
· Ability to prioritize and/ or seek assistance in determining task priority
· Willingness to take initiative and proactively follow up with clients without being asked
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation (based on experience)
- Base salary: $65,000 - $80,000 based on experience and licenses
- This is an exempt position
- Annual performance bonus target: 10%
Benefits
- Employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, other)
- 401k with employer match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid parking
Location: 86 Summit Ave, Summit NJ07901; this role is an in-office position
Through its vast distribution network, Simplicity Group has assisted with the placement of more than $6.2 billion of insurance financial assets and has $7 billion of assets under management and advisement as of Q4 2022. Simplicity Group is a fast-growing business, focused on organic growth initiatives to help its distribution partners expand their businesses but which is also focused on growing by acquisition. Simplicity Group has over 650 employees and 57 operating subsidiaries. Simplicity Group is owned by one of the leading NYC-based financial services private equity funds and by its operating Partners, who help drive Simplicity Group’s day-to-day business.
For more information, please visit simplicitygroup.com.