Our Orinda, California office is seeking an Associate to assist clients, wealth advisors, and other team members in various roles to serve a client base consisting of high-net-worth families and business owners. In this role, you will become familiar with multiple aspects of the wealth management practice, including operations, investment management, case development, the client service model, and new business acquisition.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Serve on the client service team to assist in managing client relationships.
• Involvement in client and prospect meetings as well as networking opportunities.
• Develop competency with our eMoney financial planning software to assist in developing financial plans.
• Responsible for preparing investment (portfolio) analysis and financial-related projects as needed.
• Develop competency in our CRM, manage workflows and related documentation requirements.
• Facilitate best practices and assist in monitoring and satisfying compliance requirements. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate Degree, preferably in a business-related field
• Minimum of 3 years in the Wealth Management/Financial Services industry
• Experience with Schwab Institutional, eMoney Advisor, Black Diamond, and other financial planning software tools, including CRM systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with prospects, clients, and team members
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and independently to see projects through to conclusion
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and assignments
• Basic knowledge of income taxes and effects of portfolio transactions on income taxes
• Ability to register as an Investment Adviser Representative–active series 65 registration–or willing to obtain within 90 days of employment