Private Client Advisor

Commerce Bank•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The main purpose of this job is to develop an in depth understanding of the client’s wealth related and personal goals, help protect client’s wealth, and navigate the process of setting up a trust. Our team works with clients to recognize potential risks, identify ways to minimize exposure and keep clients in control of their financial future through trusts, probate administration, charitable trusts, and more. For more than a century, Commerce Trust has been a leading provider of wealth management services including financial planning, estate and tax planning, investment management, private banking and trust administration services. Our approach to wealth management means assembling a team of seasoned wealth management professionals across disciplines who collaborate to ensure each client’s financial journey is uniquely crafted for their goals. Commerce Trust is a division of Commerce Bank.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of wealth management services, such as wealth transfer planning, taxation, estate planning and wealth management products and services acquired through work-related experience and continuing education
Client centric and desire to exceed client expectations
Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to articulate conceptual ideas and strategies to assigned clients and follow through with successful implementation and the goal to strengthen and expand relationships
Ability to delegate appropriate responsibilities under tiered support model and maintain accountability for timely completion
Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and meet Commerce Bank’s driving record criteria; ongoing employment may be contingent upon meeting all driving requirements
Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
Advance level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Primary focus on trust, wealth management or financial planning preferred
Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Certified Trust Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation preferred (or commitment to work towards earning after hire) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Juris Doctorate (JD) or other certification in lieu of the CTFA or CFP

Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive advice and customized wealth management solutions for high-net-worth clients and families
Effectively manage a portfolio of relationships comprised of fiduciary, IRA and investment management clients
Maintain a client centric focus and desire to exceed client expectations
Manage high net worth clients and their families and multigenerational relationships
Develop comprehensive plans with the client’s professional advisors and Commerce Trust Company (CTC) partners
Collaborate proactively with internal partners to identify and service unique client needs while managing the overall client experience
Leverage the expertise of internal partners and expert resources to ensure integrated delivery of investment, fiduciary, tax, estate planning, insurance, lending, credit and banking services to meet the client’s goals and objectives
Identify opportunities for the sale of investment management products and trust services
Take on informal leadership roles as needed and delegate appropriate responsibilities under tiered support model and maintain accountability for timely completion
Perform other duties as assigned