Associate Wealth Advisory Trader

Adams Brown specializes in serving clients in industries including construction and real estate, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, professional services, closely held business, local government and not-for-profit. In addition, we offer holistic tax, accounting, payroll, audit, financial advisory, business valuation, technology, wealth management and trust services to clients throughout the nation. With office locations throughout the Central U.S., we serve a diverse range of clients with tailored solutions to help them reach their financial goals.

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The Associate Wealth Advisory Trader is responsible for applying the financial advisors’ guidance at the client level, and for translating investment strategy changes into specific client accounts. The Trader may also monitor economic data and trends, making recommendations to the investment advisors, and providing regular reports on both individual portfolio performance and fund performance results. The Trader may participate in or develop an investment strategy and may have client relationship management responsibility.

Non-Exempt

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, or related field, or equivalent work experience with 0-2 years of experience in financial services, including research and analysis of investment vehicles and portfolios. Progress toward or willingness to obtain Series 7 and Series 66 licenses within a specified time range required.

• Assisting in managing client portfolios consistent with the firm’s investment strategy guidelines, under the supervision of the Chief Investment Officer
• Manage, evaluate, monitor, and make rebalancing decisions on portfolios on an ongoing basis, to ensure successful portfolio performance
• Execute securities transactions in a timely and efficient manner consistent with the firm’s best execution policies
• Prepare and maintain documentation necessary for trades and transactions, maintaining data integrity and ensuring data accuracy and completeness
• Participate in Investment Committee meetings to gain exposure to market insights, firm strategy, and to give recommendations
• Collaborates with advisors and leaders to ensure client portfolios are properly aligned with firm objectives
• Understand compliance issues and work collaboratively with leadership to adhere to all compliance requirements including maintaining data integrity and verify compliance, as needed, and monitoring industry issues and trends
• Follow compliance procedures and maintain regulatory and internal documentation standards
• May participate in the development of the investment strategy
• Provide support for client communications and internal discussions
• May research, analyze, and recommend investments, and demonstrate an acceptable track record in investment selection consistent with needs and goals

• Demonstrated analytical and research skills, and must have the ability to make decisions based on research and performance
• Foundational understanding of investment fundamentals
• Knowledge of compliance issues, and ability to work within rules and procedures
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to leaders and clients
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently while also effectively collaborating with the team for the success of all
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications
• Ability to receive and give feedback in a fast paced environment

Adams Brown, LLC promotes a flexible work environment with a deep commitment to technology and modern work arrangements. Our offices are open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during tax season and offices close at noon on Fridays outside of tax season. We are closed on major holidays, offer substantial paid-time-off, a comprehensive benefit package, competitive pay structure, and a culture of growth, clarity, and respect.

Adams Brown, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer