The paraplanner will primarily assist financial advisor(s) and associate financial advisor(s) in the financial planning workflow. This position will consistently follow high standards of business and professional ethics and legal and regulatory requirements when dealing with others and/or performing work activities.
This role provides client relationship support through managing, gathering, and analyzing client data, helping prepare preliminary financial plans and other client deliverables, working with clients to resolve issues and other practice management tasks as needed. Responds to ad hoc requests, coordinates/tracks projects and/or manages business-as-usual projects.
Onboard any new clients
After each advisor meeting implement necessary tasks assigned
Maintain client contact during the financial planning process
Answer questions and provide readily available information to clients, if requested and as allowable, as it relates to servicing their accounts
Review and update client information as needed for client review meetings
Attend and participate in client meetings if necessary
Enter all client activity and communication on CRM
Upload all client documents to their files
Process any checks
Manage and resolve Client Service problems
Perform other allowable duties as assigned by the financial advisor(s)
Ask and obtain positive surveys
Ask and obtain referrals based on yearly goals
Responsibilities and Time Allocation – Will change over time to meet the needs of the practice and can include other duties as assigned by the advisor and management
Position Functions: Key Traits of a Successful Paraplanner
Direct attention to detail and organization
Effective communication with clients and other advisors/staff
Effective and efficient time management
Polite and clear phone manner
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to multi-task
Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by advisor, Ameriprise Financial
Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance within the advisor’s practice
Positive attitude and sincere willingness to constantly learn and grow
Education and Other Designations
College degree or higher
2+ years of similar experience
Series 7, Series 66, 215- State life, accident, and health insurance license
At Ameriprise Financial, we’re not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals – we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you’re motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.
This position is with an Ameriprise Financial Franchise owner.
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Full-Time/Part-Time