Wealth Planning Associate

Overview

Janney is an award-winning full-service financial services firm committed to understanding our clients' needs and providing advice beyond investments. We are equally committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where employees can use their talents to thrive and grow professionally with the firm.

Wealth Planning Associate will provide technical support to one or more Financial Advisors (FAs) to enhance and grow their business. Responsibilities include data gathering and analysis and development of financial planning reports. Additionally, this role will assist with other administrative, client, and marketing needs. Demonstrates extreme competence in all major areas of responsibility and operates with a relatively high level of independence.

• Assist Financial Advisors in the ongoing development and maintenance of effective client relationships, with a heavy focus on providing financial planning support.
• May participate in client meetings, but not in an advice delivering capacity.
• Work closely with their Financial Advisors to understand the clients’ investments objectives, financial situation, and tolerance of risk.
• Keep assigned Financial Advisors informed of all pertinent information and activity related to client accounts and transactions, including issues related to client suitability.
• Assist Financial Advisors in organizing and implementing productivity-based campaigns.
• Be knowledgeable of products and technology and comply with all rules and regulations of the firm, as well as the various regulatory agencies. Anticipate potential issues and or problems and alert respective Financial Advisors and/or Branch Management, as necessary.
• Compose effective client correspondence in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• May accept client orders and complete their requests in clients’ accounts on behalf of their Financial Advisors.
• Interface effectively with home office departments and branch associates.
• Provide excellent telephone service to clients and potential clients, including prompt, accurate, and timely attention to detail. Ensure continuous telephone coverage.
• Perform other duties as required that contribute to the overall effectiveness of the branch office and individual FAs. May also perform some operations responsibilities for the entire branch in small branch offices.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Professional Licenses:
  Series 7, 63 and 65 (or 66)
• ChFC or AWMA designation or completion of CFP educational requirements preferred - or earn designations soon after joining our firm
• Excellent customer service skills
• Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and financial planning software
• Able to work effectively in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment

Benefits:
Janney believes that its employees are the key to what makes a great company. Although work makes up a large portion of an employee’s life, we believe that a balance between work and non-work activities is essential to maintain quality performance and a positive work atmosphere. We offer a competitive package including Paid Parental Leave, generous Paid Time Off, eligibility for a $2,000 referral bonus, Employee Ownership, and Professional Development Assistance Plan designed to help you make the most of your life at work and at home—today and in the future.

Explore further. Janney is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.