Client Associate | Path to Investment Associate
Company Description
Rivertowne Advisors provides personalized wealth management and investment services to individuals, families, and businesses. Affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services, we are committed to helping clients achieve their long-term financial goals.
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Client Associate to support administrative, operational, client service, and business development functions within our wealth management practice. This role offers exposure to client relationship management, marketing strategy, and growth initiatives, including client outreach campaigns, social media engagement, and prospecting support. Designed for individuals interested in building a long-term career in financial services, this position provides support in obtaining the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses, with the opportunity to advance into an Investment Associate role upon successful licensing and demonstrated performance.
Career Development Opportunity
This position offers a defined career path from Client Associate to Investment Associate. You will:
- Gain experience in wealth management operations and client service
- Work alongside experienced Financial Advisors and branch leadership
- Receive support and mentorship while pursuing required securities licenses
- Develop investment industry knowledge and client relationship skills
- Advance into an Investment Associate role upon meeting licensing and performance expectations
We're looking for someone eager to learn, grow, and build a career in wealth management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with opening new client accounts by accurately preparing and submitting required documentation
- Support the client onboarding process to ensure smooth and positive client experience
- Monitor document status, including importing, scanning, and submitting client paperwork
- Provide general administrative and operational support to branch management
- Maintain, process, and update client files, records, and other documentation
- Answer incoming phone calls and track inquiries as needed
- Process money movement requests, including fund transfers, disbursements, and check deliveries
- Communicate with the home office to transmit and receive operational information
- Assist with audit preparation and compliance-related activities
- Cross-train and support other operational functions as needed
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience with general office practices, procedures, and administrative support
- Proficiency in standard office equipment and software applications (e.g., email, spreadsheets, databases, document management systems)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple detailed tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally at all organizational levels
- Basic mathematical skills to support money movement and reporting tasks
- Demonstrated interest in financial planning, investments, and wealth management
- Ability and willingness to study for and pass FINRA licensing examinations within established timeframes
- Strong learning agility and commitment to professional development
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, marketing, or a related field strongly preferred.
Licenses & Certifications
- Existing FINRA licenses (SIE, Series 7, Series 66) are a plus but not required.
- Candidates who are not currently licensed must be willing and able to obtain the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses as part of the role's career development path.
- Licensing support and mentorship will be provided.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional seeking to enter the financial services industry and develop into an Investment Associate through hands-on experience, mentorship, and licensing support. We are looking for someone who is excited to invest in their future while helping our clients achieve their financial goals.
Pay: $35,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
