POSITION SUMMARY:
The Wealth Management Analyst's responsibilities include producing strategy reports, synthesizing client/prospect data to develop customized financial plans, designing tailored reporting for new and existing clients and creating and executing marketing strategies to attract new clients. The Wealth Management Analyst focuses on servicing clients by understanding their investment objectives and working in partnership with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor to deliver solutions.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Client Support:
Establishes and cultivates trusting relationships with new and existing clients, proactively helping them understand their investments and planning strategies, often with guidance and input from senior team members
Assists Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors in the development and delivery of financial and investment strategies that aim to address each client's specific goals and concerns
Prepares performance reports and other data for clients, that may involve evaluating account performance, analyzing investment portfolio holdings, and generating quarterly investment performance monitors
Engages in interactive dialogue with clients and prospects to determine investment objectives, current portfolio status, risk tolerance, and other information necessary to craft comprehensive financial strategy in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
Works with clients on the execution of orders in Brokerage and Advisory accounts
Assists clients with market and stock research
Develops Statement of Investment Policy Statements for clients in coordination with Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
Manages events, webinars and seminars by organizing, marketing and setting up the venue in collaboration with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
Business Development & Operational Support:
Designs and produces strategy reports and other types of communications for Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors to use with clients and prospects as part of the overall marketing initiative
Synthesizes client/prospect data to develop customized financial plans/asset allocation proposals utilizing the Firm's proprietary software tools; May lead presentations in partnership with Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors
Leads a team-wide effort to organize, streamline and enhance a client experience that emphasizes value, service and attention to detail as well as develop, implement and communicate new procedures, products, and portfolio enhancements for clients
Identifies and implements practice management opportunities by interfacing with various departments across the firm
Develops presentation materials and proposals to assist Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors in managing performance measurements on existing accounts and cultivating new business opportunities
Provides tailored recommendations to the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor about specific client situations and opportunities to consider
Collaborates with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor to develop an overall business plan and marketing strategy that may include targeted events and customized seminars
Conducts quarterly/annual business performance reviews in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
Actively engages in available training and education programs – including firm strategic priorities,professional development and staying current on policies, procedures and new platforms and attend scheduled targeted/monthly field service professional and/or training calls
Proactively participates in firm initiatives directed by local management
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:
Education and/or Experience
2+ years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required
Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred
Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)
Additional product licenses may be required
Knowledge/Skills
Enjoys working with people and problem solving
Knowledge of financial industry and investment products preferred
Able to measure performance of clients' portfolios
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of applicable compliance rules, regulations and firm policies
Able to work independently and effectively on a team
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Detail-oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks • Ability and interest in working in a fast-paced, evolving environmen
Ability and interest in working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
REPORTS TO:
Business Service Officer
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $65,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.