Associate, Global Client Group (Independent Advisor Group)

Dimensional Fund Advisors • Austin, TX

45d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Client Group (GCG) is Dimensional’s distribution arm, comprising sales channels that target a diverse client set. By putting the client first, we strive to transform the way the world invests, and our solutions are a testament to the value provided to our clients. GCG is responsible for developing new business relationships as well as managing current relationships with our global clients. We take the time to understand clients’ evolving needs, identifying where we can add value and collaborating to provide a better investment experience. Our Independent Advisor Group (IAG) is responsible for working with fee-only financial advisors (RIAs) across the country. This role will support Regional Directors working with our largest RIA clients nationally.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required with a strong academic record
• 1-2 years’ experience in the Financial Services Industry (including internships)
• Solid understanding of Dimensional's investment philosophy
• Strong analytical skills
• Solid quantitative problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• Able to work equally well in a team environment and independently
• Self-starter who is capable of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Strong computer skills (Excel and Access) with the ability to learn programs as needed
• Intention to pursue outside investment-related education (e.g., MBA, CFA, CFP)
• SIE (Securities Industry Essentials), Series 7, and Series 63/66 licenses required and must be obtained within the first 12 weeks of hire as a condition of employment

Responsibilities

• Developing and constructing complex portfolio analysis for current Advisor clients and prospects
• Identifying and discussing key findings of portfolio analyses to clients
• Delivering educational investment related webinars to Advisor clients
• Answering the Financial Advisor hotline and providing answers and solutions to ad hoc investment questions and related client service
• Assisting in the initial development of investment related marketing materials and charts
• Developing a robust understanding of Advisor business practices
• Developing a deep understanding of capital market research and application to portfolio management
• Some travel may be expected

Benefits

• Dimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth.
• It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.
• The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates.
• At Dimensional, we want to change the way the world thinks about investing. As a leading global investment firm, we offer systematic, value-added investment solutions based on robust science and thoughtful implementation. Our global team includes more than 1,600 passionate people with diverse experiences, education, strengths, and talents. With a learning mindset rooted in academia and powered by the great ideas in finance, we pursue what we believe are the strongest investment solutions, while providing a world-class client experience. Every employee plays a role in delivering these experiences, and we know we can achieve the most when we work as a team to endeavor to help improve investors’ lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees