What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraplanner Position position at Ameriprise Financial Inc?
The paraplanner will primarily assist financial advisor(s) and associate financial advisor(s) in the financial planning workflow. This position will consistently follow high standards of business and professional ethics and legal and regulatory requirements when dealing with others and/or performing work activities.
This role provides client relationship support through managing, gathering and analyzing client data, helping prepare preliminary financial plans and other client deliverables, working with clients to resolve issues and other practice management tasks as needed. Responds to ad hoc requests, coordinates/tracks projects and/or manages business-as-usual projects such as organizing a client seminar.
Responsibilities and Time Allocation – Will change over time to meet the needs of the practice and can include other duties as assigned by the advisor.
Position Functions:
60% Financial Planning & Advice / Product Solutions:
Prepare preliminary financial planning data entry and recommendations and initial product solutions for advisor review and use in client meetings
Prepare charts, graphs, tables and other visual aids to be used in implementation meetings with clients
Develop portfolio/robust product solution recommendations that will fit the client’s risk tolerance and time frame as well as develop appropriate product deliverables
40% Client Care / Business Management:
Maintain client contact during the financial planning process. Answer questions and provide readily available information to clients, if requested and as allowable, as it relates to servicing their accounts
Manage client contact by household and scheduling of client appointments
Manage and update client data in CRM
Assist with meeting prep and follow up as needed
Answer questions and provide readily available information to clients, if requested and as allowable, as it relates to servicing their accounts
Review and update client information as needed for client review meetings. Attend and participate in client meetings if necessary.
Manage and resolve client service problems
Call clients to set up meetings or appointments
Conduct client appointment reminder calls and check-in calls on follow up items
Set up and maintain client management system
Maintain files and records in accordance with the records retention policy
Write notes or letters to clients on personal letterhead of administrative nature only and handle client appreciation
Review and respond to emails as necessary
Work with home office to ensure accurate account setup and resolve issues
Provide insight and recommendations to effectively use key tools (MOD, Go Social, Advisor website, etc.) that help lead to results in practice
Perform other allowable duties as assigned by the financial advisor(s)
Key Traits of a Successful Paraplanner:
Direct attention to detail and organization
Effective communication with clients and other advisors/staff
Effective and efficient time management
Polite and clear phone manner
Ability to multi-task
Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by advisor, Ameriprise Financial
Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance within the advisor’s practice
Positive attitude and sincere willingness to constantly learn and grow
Education and Other Designations:
College degree or higher and/or 2 years of similar experience
Already have or be able to study for and pass exams for federal and state licenses and registrations for securities, including Series 7, Series 66, and State life, accident and health insurance licenses
Time Type - Full-time
Salary range - $56,000-66,000 conditional on experience
Benefits:
Health Insurance
PTO
Simple IRA Retirement Plan
At Ameriprise Financial, we’re not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals – we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you’re motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.
This position is with an Ameriprise Financial Franchise owner.
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Salary : $56,000 - $66,000
