<p>Jennifer Fukumae with <strong>Robert Half Finance & Accounting</strong> is partnering with a well-established <strong>Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm</strong> in <strong>Palo Alto</strong> seeking a <strong>Client Service Associate</strong> to support advisors and service high-net-worth clients. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being client-facing, detail-oriented, and deeply involved in the day-to-day servicing of investment portfolios. You will play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships while supporting advisors with operational and administrative needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering a high level of service and responsiveness</li><li>Support Financial Advisors with <strong>account onboarding, maintenance, and asset transfers</strong></li><li>Prepare and process custodial paperwork across platforms such as <strong>Schwab, Fidelity, and Pershing</strong></li><li>Coordinate client meeting preparation, including reports, performance summaries, and presentation materials</li><li>Process daily transactions including <strong>wires, ACHs, journals, and account updates</strong></li><li>Monitor account activity and follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely resolution</li><li>Liaise with custodians and internal teams to resolve operational or client-related inquiries</li><li>Maintain accurate client records and documentation in CRM and portfolio management systems</li><li>Assist with compliance-related tasks, audits, and regulatory documentation as needed</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve client service workflows and operational efficiency</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p> </p><p>Are you interested in stepping into a Client Service role within a multigenerational family office, delivering a high-touch, white-glove client experience?”</p><p> </p><p>Jennifer Fukumae with Robert Half is partnering with a boutique, privately held multi-family office in San Francisco to hire a Senior Client Service Associate. This is an opportunity to join a firm that supports some of the Bay Area’s most successful multi-generational families—people who rely on the team for thoughtful financial guidance, big-picture planning, and day-to-day support that truly makes a difference.</p><p>If you thrive in a high-trust, relationship-driven environment and love being the person clients count on, this role will feel like home.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Family Office?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Legacy-focused:</strong> You’ll work with clients across generations—parents, children, and extended family members—helping them navigate wealth with clarity and intention.</li><li><strong>High-touch service:</strong> This isn’t volume-based. It’s deep, ongoing relationships where your work directly impacts families’ lives.</li><li><strong>Collaborative culture:</strong> You’ll partner closely with leadership, investment teams, client advisors, and outside professionals.</li><li><strong>Smart, modern, tech-forward:</strong> The team embraces tools and process improvements to elevate client service and efficiency.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a trusted point of contact for ultra–high-net-worth families, ensuring every service need is handled accurately and promptly</li><li>Work alongside senior leadership to execute customized client strategies and contribute to ongoing firm initiatives</li><li>Build long-term relationships by understanding clients’ preferences, anticipating needs, and delivering exceptional follow-through</li><li>Mentor and guide junior associates and analysts supporting the same client relationships</li><li>Coordinate with outside advisors—tax, legal, estate—to help implement complex wealth planning strategies</li><li>Collaborate with clients’ personal CFOs, EAs, and family office staff to ensure seamless communication and execution</li><li>Partner with the investment team on cash management, portfolio implementation, and reporting needs</li><li>Provide cross-functional support on internal projects, process improvements, and firm-wide priorities</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Jennifer Fukumae with Robert Half’s Finance and Accounting</strong> is partnering with a boutique wealth management firm specializing in ultra-high-net-worth families and private foundations. The firm manages approximately $700M in AUM, with an average client relationship exceeding $15M. With a lean, four-person team, the firm places a premium on professionalism, precision, and high-quality written communication to meet the elevated expectations of its client base.</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>This Client Services Associate (CSA) role is integral to delivering a seamless, white-glove client experience. The CSA will partner closely with advisors and clients to manage daily operational needs, oversee account administration, and uphold the firm’s standard of highly responsive, personalized service. Given the firm’s boutique structure, this role also provides exposure to broader operational functions, including compliance support, reporting, and general business operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for client service inquiries, delivering timely, professional support</li><li>Manage account onboarding, maintenance, and money movement (wires, ACH, transfers, RMDs)</li><li>Coordinate client meetings, including scheduling, preparation, and follow-up</li><li>Interface with custodians (e.g., Charles Schwab) to process documentation, track transfers, and resolve issues</li><li>Monitor daily transactions and workflows to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance</li><li>Maintain accurate client records, CRM updates, reporting, and task tracking</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with advisors and compliance partners to support regulatory requirements and efficient firm operations</li></ul>
<p>Reach out to <strong><u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u></strong> for additional information or questions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Client Service Associate or Senior CSA | Boutique Wealth Management Firm| Mill Valley| Hybrid | $80-150k base (DOE) + Bonus</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client is a <strong>boutique wealth management firm</strong> known for <strong>white-glove service</strong> and trusted guidance to <strong>ultra-high-net-worth families and private foundations</strong>. The team is collaborative, detail-driven, and focused on delivering an exceptional client experience.</p><p> </p><p>This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being deeply involved in client service and operations while supporting a <strong>high-caliber client base</strong>. You’ll work closely with advisors and internal partners in an<strong> environment that values quality, accountability, and balance.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a primary contact for client service requests</li><li>Manage account onboarding, money movement, and account maintenance</li><li>Coordinate client meetings, materials, and follow-ups</li><li>Maintain accurate client records, CRM updates, and documentation</li><li>Work with custodians to process paperwork and resolve issues</li><li>Monitor daily transactions and workflows for accuracy</li><li>Support compliance processes and record retention</li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>