The Client Service Associate I provides direct support to the Wealth/Financial Advisor(s). The CSA's job is to help enhance the client experience by servicing the client's needs and providing administrative support to the Advisor in their daily business practices. Knowledge of firm policies, procedures and technology allows the CSA I to interface with clients and prospects, anticipate their needs, resolve their problems, and follow through to provide exceptional service. The CSA I should support the firm's initiatives and maintain risk awareness and regulatory knowledge.
Responsibilities
Prepare new account applications and all other pertinent documents
Prepare reports and other materials for client or prospect meetings
Answer client phone calls and provide necessary assistance
Deliver outstanding client service
Greet clients in the office
Accept (with appropriate licensing and registration) and execute trade requests
Research and resolve notifications
Participate in team meetings and support staff meetings
Generate and review various reports on a routine basis with the advisor to include advisory reviews due, high/low cash, upcoming periodic distributions, listing of paperwork not returned from clients, etc.
Schedule annual advisory client review meetings and assist advisor with recording reviews into CRM
Management of the Advisor's calendar
Attend and support Advisor's client events and seminars/webinars
Preparation and tracking of life insurance applications
Coordination of various tasks with Operations team as necessary
Ensure account document and database accuracy
Financial planning and/or customer relationship management systems
Other duties as assigned
Adhere to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations and all related Credit Union policies and procedures
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business related field or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years experience in the investment industry
Prior experience providing excellent customer service and the ability to show a high level of attention to detail
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to review and analyze or interpret data and documentation and to make decisions regarding subsequent actions
Accuracy, detail-orientation & time management
Ability to use financial planning and/or customer relationship management systems
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize activities to meet deadlines
Strong collaboration and relationship building skills
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and/or the public
Must be able to work onsite in Herndon, VA Headquarters
Must be able to work the hours of M-F 8:00am-4:30pm
Preferred
FINRA Series 6 and 63 security licenses
Additional Compensation
Northwest Federal offers a comprehensive and inclusive benefits program, which includes medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family, 4 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid volunteer time, parental leave, company paid disability and life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with up to 7% employer match.
EEO Notice
Northwest Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.
NWFCU complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at 703-709-8900 or HRDepartment@nwfcu.org.
