Paraplanner

Thrivent•Sioux City, IA

2d•$60,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Abide Wealth Advisors is an independent financial services practice of Thrivent Financial. We take a broad-based approach to helping our clients achieve multiple financial goals. Abide Wealth Advisors helps our clients analyze their current situation, develop in-depth financial programs, and help them implement an integrated financial strategy. Thrivent Financial is a faith-based, not-for-profit financial services organization with approximately 2.6 million clients. As the nation's largest fraternal benefit society, we're here solely to help others. We help every day through the financial solutions we offer, the client activities we support, and the resources we provide to the Christian community and nonprofit organizations. Thrivent Investment Management Inc. is a FINRA and SIPC member and a wholly owned subsidiary of Thrivent Financial. Position summary: The Paraplanner position will come alongside our Lead Advisor’s to learn how to create financial plans and soak up firm-specific procedures and processes. Key responsibilities include preparation of financial plans, investment research and analysis, and coordination of client service needs with team members. The Paraplanner reports to and is employed by Abide Wealth Advisors. This is a full-time position. Compensation is $60,000-$80,000 annually. Must reside in Central Standard Time to apply. Benefits: PTO and holiday pay, no medical or dental benefits provided.

Requirements

Securities (6/63, 7/66, or 7/63 & 65) and Life, Health, and Annuity registration required
Demonstrated customer service orientation/experience, 2+ years preferred
Extremely strong organizational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Technical computer aptitude and knowledge of business tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce) or ability to learn
Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a high quality of work while experiencing frequent interruptions
Ability to maintain integrity of sensitive/confidential information
Basic understanding of our products, services, and Thrivent Financial
Must be able to work with all roles of the Abide Wealth Advisors team
Must be able to represent the organization in work with external clients
Must be able to cultivate and maintain relationships with outside organizations
As part of Abide Wealth Advisors’ recruiting/hiring/contracting process, a verification of a candidate's background will be made to complete the hiring/contracting process.
In addition, fingerprints will be taken for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for review against nationwide fingerprint records.
All persons with access to Wealthscape are deemed Access Persons and are subject to Compliance with the firm’s Code of Ethics which requires all outside brokerage accounts to be maintained at one of the firms designated by TIMI.
Must reside in Central Standard Time to apply.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Financial Planning, Finance, Accounting or Economics preferred

Responsibilities

Enter client information into various systems
Prepare and update financial plans and presentation material for client meetings
Enter information into financial planning software and prepare draft financial plans
Deepen existing client relationships through processing of client requests, resolving client questions, and making sure client information and documentation are up to date
Research and respond to client inquiries
Finalize, submit, and track all client account and application paperwork
Gather and maintain customer suitability information
Assist in generating performance reports
Maintain information in CRM (Salesforce) system
Fill out necessary forms for opening and maintaining accounts
Handle request for transfers of funds in and out of accounts
Identify and offer recommendations on how to optimize workflows
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Lead Advisor
Manually enter information provided by the FA into electronic application systems and email, lock sign or submit
Note CANNOT be listed as the servicing representative AND need to note their FA is selling agent within the rep questionnaire