Planning Associate

Optimized Insurance Planning • Northlake, TX

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About The Position

The Planning Associate will be a vital force in propelling OIP forward, directly contributing to the delivery of client-centric risk management solutions, including life, long-term care, and annuity products. This dynamic role is perfect for an ambitious and energetic professional ready to jump in, own their client relationships, and ensure a seamless, high-impact, holistic financial planning experience that consistently places the client's best interests first.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
• Experience in client-facing or sales support roles
• Proven ability to build, strengthen, and maintain client relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with excellent time-management and attention to detail
• Self-motivated, proactive problem-solver with a growth mindset
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in financial or insurance services including life, annuities, and long-term care (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Financial Professionals to design and deliver customized insurance planning solutions that put clients first
• Support the sales process from start to finish by preparing analyses, illustrations, and planning materials that power confident recommendations
• Conduct research on insurance products, risk management strategies, and planning concepts to support innovative, well-informed solutions
• Serve as a key point of coordination by maintaining accurate client records, CRM data, and documentation, ensuring a seamless client experience
• Assist with client meetings, follow-ups, and ongoing relationship management, helping to build long-term trust and loyalty
• Proactively manage workflows, deadlines, and deliverables to keep plans moving efficiently and professionally
• Translate complex insurance and planning concepts into clear, client-friendly communication
• Uphold Optimized Insurance Planning’s commitment to excellence by ensuring compliance, accuracy, and attention to detail in every interaction
• Continuously learn and grow by staying current on industry trends, products, and best practices, contributing ideas that improve the team and client outcomes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level