Investment Operations Associate

J BLACK FINANCIAL GROUP, a successful and rapidly growing boutique wealth management firm, is looking to add an experienced Investment Operations Associate. We expect to double our team every four to five years and need talented, hardworking individuals who are expected to contribute not only to their specific roles, but also to the direction and growth of the overall enterprise.

The firm provides comprehensive, fee-based financial planning, fee-based investment advisory solutions, education funding strategies, holistic wealth management, retirement planning and risk management (which includes life insurance, disability insurance, income annuities and long-term care insurance).

Responsibilities:

• Support the activities of the Investment Operations Manager.
• Gather client information.
• Onboard investment accounts.
• Correspond with clients to handle service requests.
• Maintain client records and document client communications.
• Process, monitor and follow up on asset transfers.
• Trade securities (mutual funds, ETFs, individual stocks, tender-offer funds, interval funds, etc.)
• Prepare and review materials for client meetings.
• Work collaboratively and interdependently with Team Members.
• Participate in client meetings for risk management presentations and questions.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of financial industry experience.
• Securities licenses.
• History of clean compliance record.
• Ability to follow through and execute on company objectives.
• Always do what’s in the client's best interest.
• Solid decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Professionalism, high standards and diligence.
• Champions positivity in a fun, collaborative, energetic team environment.
• Growth Mindset (Kaizen).
• Has GRIT.
• Able to have constructive communication.
• Maintains highest levels of client confidentiality.

Preferred:

• Industry licenses: Series 7.
• Familiarity with NetX360, Envestnet, Morningstar Advisor Workstation,15Five, Microsoft Systems (Outlook, OneDrive, OneNote, Excel).

Compensation/Benefits:

• Salary, plus incentive compensation.
• Incentive compensation for licenses and designations, including paid time off for studying.
• Paid industry and company conferences, symposiums, and summits.
• Access to industry coaching services (ClientWise).
• Health insurance.
• Maternity & Paternity leave.
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance. 
• 401(K) with employer match.
• Loyalty Program.
• Paid Time Off.
• Team Events and Outings.

 **Note**: This job description is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and requirements of this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

J BLACK FINANCIAL GROUP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.