PWM Wealth Management Associate

Morgan Stanley•Paramus, NJ

1d•$68,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Client Service: As a senior member of the service team, provide coverage for an FA/PWA/team including: Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues internally and externally Supporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships by providing an exceptional client experience Assisting the FA/PWA/team in delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-ups Ensuring all client service functions are performed in a timely manner, assigning work to team members on a daily basis if/as needed Providing backup coverage for traditional registered or unregistered Client Service Associate responsibilities at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, such as executing money movement transactions, answering general non-investment related questions concerning clients accounts, educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g., MS Online), accepting or entering unsolicited orders and/or entering solicited orders in a clerical capacity Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms and sharing reminders and best practices with other service team members Business Development Support: Assisting the FA/PWA/team in organizing around and executing against their business plan, partnering closely with other market stakeholders such as Practice Strategy Consultants and Branch Management At the direction of FA/PWA/team, executing against all administrative elements of digital and in person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivity At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management We do it in a way that's differentiated - and we've done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $68,000 and $120,000 per year at the commencement of employment. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

5+ years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required
Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required
Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms
Detail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and internet applications
Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Adaptable and ability to multi-task
Goal oriented, self-motivated and results driven

Responsibilities

Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues internally and externally
Supporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships by providing an exceptional client experience
Assisting the FA/PWA/team in delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-ups
Ensuring all client service functions are performed in a timely manner, assigning work to team members on a daily basis if/as needed
Providing backup coverage for traditional registered or unregistered Client Service Associate responsibilities at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, such as executing money movement transactions, answering general non-investment related questions concerning clients accounts, educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g., MS Online), accepting or entering unsolicited orders and/or entering solicited orders in a clerical capacity
Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms and sharing reminders and best practices with other service team members
Assisting the FA/PWA/team in organizing around and executing against their business plan, partnering closely with other market stakeholders such as Practice Strategy Consultants and Branch Management
At the direction of FA/PWA/team, executing against all administrative elements of digital and in person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivity
At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients
At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems
At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens
Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management