Financial Specialist jobs in Richmond, VA

Position Title: Financial Planning Specialist

Step into an instrumental role as an Financial Planning Specialist with RiverRock Wealth Management, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial.

The Financial Planning Specialist will assist the financial advisor in working with clients to help them achieve their financial goals and deliver holistic, personal financial advice. This role provides client relationship support through managing, gathering, and analyzing client data; helping prepare preliminary financial plans and other client deliverables; and working with clients to resolve issues and other practice management tasks as needed.

This is not a selling or commission based- role initially; however, you will have the opportunity for advancement towards becoming a Financial Advisor within a year. The office is located in Innsbrook, VA. The office offers the added perks of free parking facilities and scenic walking trails in the surrounding area.

Responsibilities include:

• Gather and enter client data into the financial planning tool
• Prepare preliminary financial planning recommendations and initial product solutions for advisor review and use
• Prepare charts, graphs, tables, and other visual aids to be used in implementation meetings with clients
• Prepare for client meetings. Develop portfolio/robust product solution recommendations that will fit the client’s risk tolerance and time frame as well as develop appropriate product deliverables
• Keep track of client engagement, follow up, and prospects utilizing systems
• Service client needs daily and in a timely manner. Clients get called back same day
• Run illustrations and hypotheticals
• Complete and process paperwork for account openings, account transfers, insurance applications, etc. as needed
• Execute money movements and trades on behalf of the advisor
• Review work methods and procedures for possible quality improvements and efficiencies

Key traits of a successful Financial Planning Specialist:

• Direct attention to detail and organization
• Effective communication with clients and other advisors/staff
• Effective and efficient time management
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Polite and clear phone manner
• Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by advisor and Ameriprise
• Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance
• Willingness to take initiative
• Highly capable problem solver
• Positive attitude and sincere willingness to constantly learn and grow
• Functions well in a collaborative team environment
• Required experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Preferred experience with Salesforce, Box, NaviPlan, MoneyGuidePro, and Thomson One

Education and Designations:

• College degree or higher
• 2 years of similar experience preferred within an advisory practice
• Already have federal and state licenses and registrations for securities: Series 7; Series 66; and state life, accident, and health insurance licenses or willing to get licenses within 6 months of employment

About RiverRock Wealth Management:

We’re a growing financial planning firm built on strong values and principles, striving to uphold the highest levels of integrity, honesty, caring, and thoughtfulness while delivering excellent advice and an outstanding client experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Financial services: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Series 7 (Preferred)
• Series 66 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person