Financial Services Associate
About The Position
Legacy Planning Partners, a HUB International company within its Retirement & Private Wealth division, is hiring a Financial Services Assistant for its Allentown, Pennsylvania location on a hybrid schedule. The position supports one to two Senior Advisors in managing and deepening relationships with existing clients. It emphasizes client service and relationship support rather than new-client acquisition or independent sales. The role is intended for someone seeking to build a career in financial planning and offers collaboration, onboarding support, and a flexible schedule, including work from home when the day's workload allows. The Associate participates in client meetings and contributes to portfolio reviews and planning discussions, helps prepare and deliver client-specific financial plans and analyses, and works with team members and investment and insurance partners to provide responsive service. The position also involves documenting meeting notes and action items, following through on client requests, and meeting compliance documentation requirements. The successful candidate will bring a client-first outlook, curiosity about financial planning, and a collaborative, accountable approach to work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 1 year of experience in a related field.
- Willingness to obtain required industry registrations, including the SIE, Series 7, Series 66, and Life, Accident & Health (LAH) licenses.
- Genuine interest in helping clients work toward their financial goals.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliable follow-through.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
- Collaborative, dependable, accountable, and willing to ask questions and take initiative.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of investment and insurance portfolio management, gained through work experience, internships, or relevant coursework.
- Strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, and eagerness to grow in financial planning.
- A warm, engaging presence in client interactions.
Responsibilities
- Attend and actively participate in client meetings alongside the Senior Advisor, contributing to portfolio reviews, planning discussions, and delivery of financial planning materials.
- Collaborate with the broader team on client onboarding and ongoing service, focusing on client relationships while team members handle operational and administrative components.
- Assist in preparing and delivering financial plans, investment proposals, and insurance analyses tailored to clients' goals and circumstances.
- Build trust-based client relationships through consistent, responsive service and a commitment to clients' financial well-being and long-term goals.
- Work with investment and insurance partners to gather information and fulfill client requests in a timely manner.
- Track meeting notes and action items following client reviews, ensuring timely follow-through and compliance documentation.
- Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to collaboration, open communication, and shared accountability.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Health Plan Reimbursement Program.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- 401(k) savings plan; retirement savings matching is also mentioned.
- Life and disability plans, including company-paid life and disability plans.
- Long-term care coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Comprehensive wellness program.
- Identity theft protection, group legal, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.
- Low-cost loan program and student loan resources.
- Vacation, holiday, sick, and personal time off; generous paid time off is also mentioned.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Comprehensive onboarding, structured training, continuing education, licensing support, and ongoing development opportunities.
- Dress for Your Day policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
