Wealth Management Associate ** - Morgan Stanley
Bethesda, MD
About the Job
*POSITION SUMMARY:*
Wealth Management Associates provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. As senior members of the service team, through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and their focus will be on delivering an exceptional client experience. In supporting Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams, this role will focus on assisting in areas such as digital marketing, portfolio holdings and/or proposal tools and financial planning
*DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:*
*Client Support:*
* As a senior member of the service team, provide coverage for an FA/PWA/team including:
* Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues internally and externally
* Supporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships by providing an exceptional client experience
* Assisting the FA/PWA/team in delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-ups
* Ensuring all client service functions are performed in a timely manner, assigning work to team members on a daily basis if/as needed
* Providing backup coverage for traditional registered or unregistered Client Service Associate responsibilities at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, such as executing money movement transactions, answering general non-investment related questions concerning clients accounts, educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g., MS Online), accepting or entering unsolicited orders and/or entering solicited orders in a clerical capacity
* Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms and sharing reminders and best practices with other service team members
*Business Development & Operational Support:*
* Assisting the FA/PWA/team in organizing around and executing against their business plan, partnering closely with other market stakeholders such as Practice Strategy Consultants and Branch Management
* At the direction of FA/PWA/team, executing against all administrative elements of digital and in-person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivity
* At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients
* At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems
* At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens
* Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management
*EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:*
*Education and/or Experience*
* 5 years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required
* Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred
* Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required
* Additional product licenses may be required
*Knowledge/Skills*
* Strong leadership skills
* Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
* Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms
* Detail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize
* Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and internet applications
* Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skills
* Strong time management skills
* Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
* Adaptable and ability to multi-task
* Goal oriented, self-motivated and results driven
*REPORTS TO:*
* Business Service Officer
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $50k and $105k per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).
Job: Wealth Management*
Title: *Wealth Management Associate *
Location: *Maryland-Bethesda*
Requisition ID: *3261512*
Wealth Management Associates provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. As senior members of the service team, through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and their focus will be on delivering an exceptional client experience. In supporting Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams, this role will focus on assisting in areas such as digital marketing, portfolio holdings and/or proposal tools and financial planning
*DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:*
*Client Support:*
* As a senior member of the service team, provide coverage for an FA/PWA/team including:
* Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues internally and externally
* Supporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships by providing an exceptional client experience
* Assisting the FA/PWA/team in delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-ups
* Ensuring all client service functions are performed in a timely manner, assigning work to team members on a daily basis if/as needed
* Providing backup coverage for traditional registered or unregistered Client Service Associate responsibilities at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, such as executing money movement transactions, answering general non-investment related questions concerning clients accounts, educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g., MS Online), accepting or entering unsolicited orders and/or entering solicited orders in a clerical capacity
* Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms and sharing reminders and best practices with other service team members
*Business Development & Operational Support:*
* Assisting the FA/PWA/team in organizing around and executing against their business plan, partnering closely with other market stakeholders such as Practice Strategy Consultants and Branch Management
* At the direction of FA/PWA/team, executing against all administrative elements of digital and in-person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivity
* At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients
* At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems
* At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens
* Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management
*EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:*
*Education and/or Experience*
* 5 years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required
* Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred
* Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required
* Additional product licenses may be required
*Knowledge/Skills*
* Strong leadership skills
* Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
* Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms
* Detail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize
* Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and internet applications
* Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skills
* Strong time management skills
* Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
* Adaptable and ability to multi-task
* Goal oriented, self-motivated and results driven
*REPORTS TO:*
* Business Service Officer
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $50k and $105k per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).
Job: Wealth Management*
Title: *Wealth Management Associate *
Location: *Maryland-Bethesda*
Requisition ID: *3261512*
Source : Morgan Stanley
