<p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are partnering with a <strong>boutique, fee‑based financial advisory practice</strong> that manages just under <strong>$100M in client assets</strong> across approximately <strong>110 households</strong>. The firm takes a highly personalized, education‑driven approach to financial planning and investment management, serving a client base that includes <strong>government employees, healthcare professionals, and public‑sector workers</strong> — groups often underserved by traditional advisory models.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their financial services career who is <strong>eager to learn, deeply values compliance and ethics, and wants hands‑on exposure to portfolio management and planning</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>The Role</p><p>The <strong>Junior Associate / Paraplanner</strong> will directly support a highly experienced Senior Financial Advisor by assisting with the <strong>investment and portfolio management function</strong>, research, client preparation, and operational follow‑through. This position is designed to grow over time, including <strong>firm sponsorship for FINRA licensing (Series 6 or Series 7)</strong> once foundational competencies are demonstrated.</p><p>This is <strong>not a sales role</strong> — it is analytical, compliance‑focused, and client‑centric.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Investment &amp; Portfolio Support</p><ul><li>Assist with <strong>routine trading and portfolio rebalancing</strong> in accordance with established asset allocation models</li><li>Research mutual funds and investment options using advisor‑defined criteria</li><li>Evaluate portfolios for:</li><li>Allocation drift</li><li>Excess cash positions</li><li>Investments no longer meeting quality standards</li><li>Flag potential issues and consult with the Senior Advisor when something appears “off”</li></ul><p>Financial Planning &amp; Analysis</p><ul><li>Support financial modeling and planning efforts using planning software</li><li>Assess opportunities to further integrate planning tools into client relationships</li><li>Help maintain consistency between investment strategy and client objectives</li></ul><p>Operations, Compliance &amp; Client Interaction</p><ul><li>Participate in <strong>client meetings (in person or by phone)</strong> when appropriate</li><li>Develop a strong working knowledge of compliance standards in a regulated advisory environment</li><li>Ensure strict adherence to <strong>authorization and verification rules</strong>, especially regarding money movement</li><li>Assist with documentation, record‑keeping, and workflow tracking within the CRM</li><li>Be cross‑trained to support basic account administration when needed</li></ul><p>Practice &amp; Client Engagement Support</p><ul><li>Assist with the firm’s annual maintenance and client‑engagement calendar, including:</li><li>Beneficiary audits</li><li>Tax‑season document coordination</li><li>Distribution tracking (RMDs)</li><li>Periodic account reviews</li><li>Support client communications, mailings, and special initiatives throughout the year</li><li>Help coordinate educational events, workshops, or client appreciation activities as the role evolves</li></ul>

<p>Required Qualifications &amp; Traits</p><ul><li>Familiarity with financial services office operations and terminology</li><li><strong>Strong understanding of compliance fundamentals</strong> in an advisory setting</li><li>Highly organized with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Trustworthy, professional, and able to pass a background check</li><li>Comfortable speaking with clients in person and over the phone</li></ul><p>Licensing &amp; Career Path</p><ul><li>FINRA licenses <strong>not required at hire</strong></li><li>The firm <strong>intends to sponsor Series 6 or Series 7</strong> for the right candidate</li><li>Long‑term path includes deeper involvement in portfolio management, planning, and practice operations</li></ul><p><br></p>

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