Private Client Associate

This individual will provide administrative, client & marketing support to one or more Financial Advisors (FAs) to enhance & grow their business. Roles & responsibilities may vary dependent upon the FA or team structure. Demonstrates extreme competence in all major areas of responsibility & operates with a relatively high level of independence. This individual will possess a Series 7, 63 & 65, or 66 licenses or be able to obtain as a condition of employment.

Major Responsibilities

* Work independently with all home office departments to service the clients' requests.
* Assist FAs in the ongoing development & maintenance of effective client relationships.
* Be knowledgeable of products & technology & comply with all rules & regulations of the firm, as well as the various regulatory agencies.
* Anticipate potential issues & or problems & alert respective FA and/or Branch Management as necessary.
* Be knowledgeable of all firm technology necessary to provide quick responses to client & FA inquiries & also assist in helping train other Private Client Associates.
* Compose effective client correspondence in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Assist FAs in organizing & implementing productivity based campaigns.
* Coordinate marketing efforts through the marketing department (e.g., for local advertising).
* Interface effectively with home office departments & branch associates.
* Provide excellent telephone service to clients & potential clients, including prompt, accurate, & timely attention to detail. Ensure continuous telephone coverage.
* Perform other duties as required that contribute to the overall effectiveness of the branch office & individual FAs. May also perform some operations responsibilities for the entire branch in small branch offices.
* Work closely with their FA to understand the clients' investments objectives, their financial situation & their tolerance of risk.
* Keep assigned FAs informed of all pertinent information & activity related to client accounts & transactions, including issues related to client suitability.
* May accept client orders & complete their requests in clients' accounts on behalf of their FA.

Janney is dedicated to promoting & supporting diversity within our workplace. We provide an environment that promotes respect, integrity, teamwork, achievement & acceptance regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, education, job level, parental status, disability, marital status or other protected factors. Janney is committed to equal employment opportunities & providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

Required Skills

* Excellent customer service skills.
* Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Able to work effectively in a fast paced, deadline oriented environment.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Able to work effectively as part of a team.
* High ethical standards.

Required Experience
* High School Diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
* Series 7, 63 & 65, or 66 required; or the licenses must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Job Location Uniontown, Pennsylvania, United States Position Type Full-time/Regular.

Provided by The Uniontown Herald-Standard.