Registered Associate

Registered Associate

Under general supervision, the Registered Associate supports one or more Financial Advisors by managing day-to-day client service and account administration.

Provide day-to-day client service, including account opening, maintenance, and trade execution.

Onboard new client relationships by coordinating correspondence, reports, new account documentation, and advisory agreements.

Support Financial Advisor(s) in gathering information and evaluating investment objectives, considering risk tolerance, income needs, and market conditions.

Build strong relationships with clients, Financial Advisors, and internal/external partners through proactive, responsive service.

Partner with internal teams (e.g., Sales, Operations, Management, Relationship Managers) to address client needs and resolve issues.

Maintain accurate and complete client information in the Client Relationship Management (CRM) system.

Organize and retain client records in accordance with firm policies and industry/regulatory requirements.

Serve as a subject-matter resource for associates and advisors by providing guidance, consulting support, and on-the-job coaching as needed.

College or university degree preferred.

FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam, Series 7, and Series 66 required (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

2+ years in a client-facing service role within brokerage, investment advisory, or financial services preferred.

Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Thorough knowledge of investment products (e.g., stocks, bonds, mutual funds, options).

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple requests.

Technical proficiency and systems knowledge (e.g., Microsoft Office, Wealthscape, Morningstar Analytics, Thomson ONE).

Ability to serve as a resource to colleagues by providing informal guidance and training.

This is an office-based position; duties and responsibilities must be performed onsite.

Salary Range: $67, USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #Made For Greater

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at

We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.