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Are you passionate about serving clients, adding value and improving processes/systems? Would you like to help people improve their financial wellbeing and build wealth for their future while growing financial advisors' businesses? Are you solution-oriented and passionate about delivering results? If so, LPL is the place for you!
LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader* in the markets we serve, supporting more than 18,000 financial advisors, 800 institution-based investment programs and 450 independent RIA firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor. At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.
This employment opportunity at SmithSandlin Wealth Planning in Raleigh, NC would allow you to support Financial Advisors associated with LPL Financial. SmithSandlin Wealth Planning operates under our Linsco Employee Model. You will join a team that is dedicated to helping clients in every stage of their financial life. This exciting position will allow you to grow your career and by helping the people and families that look to SmithSandlin Wealth Planning for financial solutions.
Job Overview:
The primary role of the Wealth Associate is to provide investment and relationship management support to an advisor or team of advisors, including any and all daily, monthly, and annual research and reporting tasks to support the end-client's needs as well as manage a portion of the client book of business. The Wealth Associate helps the advisor maintain his or her practice and deliver positive results for the advisor's clients through their support role.
The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent customer services skills (both verbal and written), and a proven ability to adapt to a changing work environment.
Responsibilities
Requirements:
Licenses Required: Series 7 and Series 66
*Top RIA custodian (Cerulli Associates, 2020 U.S. RIA Marketplace Report); No. 1 Independent Broker-Dealer in the U.S (Based on total revenues, Financial Planning magazine 1996-2021); No. 1 provider of third-party brokerage services to banks and credit unions (2020-2021 Kehrer Bielan Research & Consulting Annual TPM Report); Fortune 500 Company as of June 2021. LPL and its affi liated companies provide fi nancial services only from the United States.
Pay Range:
$69,760-$104,640/year
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Why LPL?
At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.
We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.
Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.
Want to hear from our employees on what it's like to work at LPL? Watch this!
We take social responsibility seriously. Learn more here
Want to see info on our benefits? Learn more here
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant's bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL's Human Resources Solutions Center at (800) 877-7210.
Are you passionate about serving clients, adding value and improving processes/systems? Would you like to help people improve their financial wellbeing and build wealth for their future while growing financial advisors' businesses? Are you solution-oriented and passionate about delivering results? If so, LPL is the place for you!
LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader* in the markets we serve, supporting more than 18,000 financial advisors, 800 institution-based investment programs and 450 independent RIA firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor. At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.
This employment opportunity at SmithSandlin Wealth Planning in Raleigh, NC would allow you to support Financial Advisors associated with LPL Financial. SmithSandlin Wealth Planning operates under our Linsco Employee Model. You will join a team that is dedicated to helping clients in every stage of their financial life. This exciting position will allow you to grow your career and by helping the people and families that look to SmithSandlin Wealth Planning for financial solutions.
Job Overview:
The primary role of the Wealth Associate is to provide investment and relationship management support to an advisor or team of advisors, including any and all daily, monthly, and annual research and reporting tasks to support the end-client's needs as well as manage a portion of the client book of business. The Wealth Associate helps the advisor maintain his or her practice and deliver positive results for the advisor's clients through their support role.
The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent customer services skills (both verbal and written), and a proven ability to adapt to a changing work environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and own portion of client relationships in advisor team book of business
- Effectively deliver and launch sales process discipline of advisor or advisor team set in helping to prospect for new business and expand client relationships
- Possess knowledge and demonstration ability in presenting total wealth management solutions inclusive of investments, risk management/insurance, and tax/estate planning
- Assist Financial Advisors in investment research, selection, and overall financial planning
- Develop customized asset allocation strategies and investment solutions for clients
- Provide support for overall client relationship building, business development activities, and effective service model execution
- Perform business analytics as needed to support financial advisors in the growth of the business
- Analyze and interpret portfolio performance reviews and make recommendations to financial advisors for potential change
Requirements:
- Proactive self-starter that is organized with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Analytical and logical approach to problem solving
- Effective oral and written communication; able to explain complex information clearly and simply
- Time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build and foster relationships with clients, coworkers, and internal/external partners
- Ability to analyze and research information
- Prior customer service experience (financial services background preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CRM applications
- 5 years of experience in client service, within the finance sector preferred
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance or Business Administration preferred
- Professional accreditation preferred: CFP, CFA, ChFC, CIMA, CPA
Licenses Required: Series 7 and Series 66
*Top RIA custodian (Cerulli Associates, 2020 U.S. RIA Marketplace Report); No. 1 Independent Broker-Dealer in the U.S (Based on total revenues, Financial Planning magazine 1996-2021); No. 1 provider of third-party brokerage services to banks and credit unions (2020-2021 Kehrer Bielan Research & Consulting Annual TPM Report); Fortune 500 Company as of June 2021. LPL and its affi liated companies provide fi nancial services only from the United States.
Pay Range:
$69,760-$104,640/year
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Why LPL?
At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.
We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.
Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.
Want to hear from our employees on what it's like to work at LPL? Watch this!
We take social responsibility seriously. Learn more here
Want to see info on our benefits? Learn more here
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant's bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL's Human Resources Solutions Center at (800) 877-7210.
