Financial Planning Assistant

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Financial Planning Assistant to join a fast-paced, collaborative financial advisory practice. This position offers an excitant opportunity to contribute directly to the financial planning process white supporting f financial advisors in delivering a thoughtful and personalized client experience.

The Financial Planning Assistant with gather and organize client information, support the preparation of preliminary financial plans, develop client meeting materials, and assist with ongoing planning and practice management activities. The successful candidate with be analytic at, highly organized, comfortable working with financial information, and committed to maintaining high standards of client service, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

This position is employed by an independent advisor franchisee with a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Advisor Support

• Gather, organize, and review client financial information for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist financial advisors with the preparation of preliminary financial plans and planning recommendations.
• Prepare charts, graphs, tables, reports, and other materials for client review and implementation meetings.
• Assist with developing preliminary portfolio and product recommendations aligned with each client's goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance.
• Update client information and financial planning materials in preparation for periodic review meetings.
• Track outstanding planning items, documents, and follow-up activities.
• Participate in client meetings when appropriate and assist with documenting next steps.
• Complete financial planning projects and research assignments at the direction of the financial advisor.

Client Support and Relationship Management

• Provide timely, professional, and courteous support to clients.
• Maintain accurate and current client information within the practice systems.
• Support the preparation and delivery of client Goals

Practice and Compliance Support

• Coordinate and track ongoing projects, deadlines, and advisor requests.
• Handle confidential client and business information with discretion.
• Follow all applicable legal, regulatory, company, and practice requirements.
• Perform additional allowable responsibilities assigned by the financial advisor based on the evolving needs of the practice.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
• Professional and courteous approach when communicating with clients and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn financial planning concepts, systems, products, and industry requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow established compliance procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in financial services, financial planning, wealth management, banking, insurance, or a related client-service environment.
• Experience supporting financial advisors or working within a financial advisory practice.
• Familiarity with financial planning software, customer relationship management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of investment, retirement, insurance, tax, or estate planning concepts.
• Existing securities or insurance licenses, or the willingness and ability to study applicable licenses and registrations based on the responsibilities of the position.

Key Attributes for Success

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong follow-through.
• A client-first mindset and clear, professional communication.
• Effective prioritization, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn.
• A positive, collaborative, and solution-focused attitude.
• A commitment to ethical conduct and regulatory compliance.

Additional Information

Responsibilities may evolve over time based on the needs of the practice. Additional duties may be assigned by the financial advisor, provided they are appropriate and allowable for the position.

• Base Pay Salary
• The salary will be $55,000 - $75,000 / year
• Full-Time/Part-Time
• Full time