Associate

Simon Quick Advisors•Morristown, NJ

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Client Advisory Associate plays a vital role in delivering a high-touch, personalized client experience by supporting Client Advisors in the design and execution of comprehensive wealth management strategies. This includes contributions across key planning areas such as investments, tax, estate, insurance, and cash flow. The Associate ensures operational excellence, strengthens client relationships, and supports the creation of thoughtful, data-driven financial plans that align with each client’s unique goals. This role is intentionally structured as a developmental path toward becoming a lead advisor and obtaining the CFP® designation, offering exposure to all facets of holistic financial planning and client service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
3-6 years of financial services experience
Experience with Fidelity and Schwab
Experience using DocuSign, Orion, Salesforce, and eMoney
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
Attention to Detail: Ability to spot discrepancies and ensure accuracy in financial data
Client Focus: Builds and maintains strong client relationships through excellent service
Problem Solving: Addresses issues with initiative and sound judgment
Communication: Effectively conveys ideas verbally and in writing
Technical Proficiency: Expert use of financial systems and software
Adaptability: Manages multiple tasks while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment
Analytical Thinking: Applies logic and data analysis to decision-making
Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and deliverables
Collaboration: Works well within a team, supporting collective goals
Confidentiality: Maintains privacy and trust with sensitive client information
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Nice To Haves

While the CFP® certification is not required upon hire, candidates are expected to pursue and obtain the CFP® designation as part of their long-term professional development once approved by management.

Responsibilities

Support the Development of Comprehensive Financial Planning and Investment Recommendations: Assist in analyzing client goals, needs, and financial data to propose tailored recommendations across all areas of wealth management including investment strategy, retirement planning, tax optimization, estate planning, and risk management.
Deliver High-Quality Client Service and Daily Communication Support: Serve as a key point of contact for clients to support ongoing service needs, clarify planning strategies, and coordinate implementation across internal and external stakeholders.
Execute and Monitor Investment and Financial Plan Implementation: Manage the operational execution of investment changes and financial planning recommendations, ensuring seamless coordination and documentation.
Maintain and Review Client Performance and Planning Reports: Support the preparation and quality control of performance reports and planning updates, ensuring that they reflect current client objectives and financial conditions.
Ensure Adherence to Fiduciary, Compliance, and Procedural Standards: Monitor and document client activity to ensure alignment with firm policies, fiduciary obligations, and best practices in client care.
Engage directly with clients to support a variety of service needs while helping to foster trusted, long-term relationships.
Coordinate with third-party providers, including custodians, investment managers, estate attorneys, and tax professionals, to facilitate timely and accurate execution of client strategies.
Interface with external investment managers to gather information, track investment activity, and support the alignment of client portfolios with overall planning goals.
Prepare meeting materials such as financial plans, performance reports, and investment summaries; participate in client meetings and capture next steps and follow-ups.
Uphold strict client confidentiality and remain vigilant in monitoring accounts for unusual or potentially fraudulent activity.
Collaborate with the Client Service Associate and other team members to ensure seamless execution of operational and administrative tasks.