Retirement Plan Advisor

RKL•Lancaster, PA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The role of the Retirement Plan Advisor is to partner with the wealth advisory team in the provision of various retirement and benefit services, including but not limited to 401k, 457, 403B, Cash Balance, Investment Management etc. They are actively involved in leading due diligence best practices and business development initiatives across the footprint to meet firm goals.

Requirements

Strong communication skills, written and verbal, to effectively interface with all levels of firm management and staff; ability to communicate issues and conclusions
Analytical and data-driven individual with strong problem-solving skills
Solid project management skills including critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive and stressful environment
Ability to use sound judgement and discretion regarding confidential information
Drive to complete performance targets and track record of meeting/exceeding expectations
Ability to listen to client needs and provide financial solutions, with strong networking capabilities
Ability to shift focus and adapt to change
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management and/or related field
Knowledge and experience working with ERISA plans and ability to comprehend legal documentation
10+ years’ experience working in investment or financial management firm with client interaction
Current license or registration: FINRA Series 65; or 7 and 66 (combined and active within last two years); or CFA; or CFP
ASPPA certified, CFP a plus
Experience using CRM tools
Excellent knowledge Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with various investment tools a plus (e.g. Bloomberg, Charles Schwab, Tamarac etc)

Responsibilities

Conduct client meetings and present retirement solutions available alongside the wealth advisory team, including quarterly investment reviews
Proactively research industry trends and provide client and team members with relevant information to maintain client confidence and loyalty
Ensure Wealth Advisors are informed of what is included in a specific retirement plan and ensure funds are being replaced in accordance with the quarterly due diligence report
Further strengthen client relationships by anticipating needs, exceeding service expectations and following through on commitments
Conduct periodic plan review meetings with plan trustees, provide education and counseling to retirement plan participants, and work with the wealth advisory team to help grow the retirement plan practice
Develop leads, referrals from current clients and outside contacts, while increasing current accounts
Represent RKL Wealth Management process and investment philosophy to colleagues, clients and prospects
Produce various client and internal reports and trouble shoot challenges for plan sponsors
Responsible for the quarterly due diligence report and legal documentation review
Communicate across the RKL team on updates in the retirement plan arena and develop the communication and education strategy for assigned plans
Train and develop other retirement plan team members to build their expertise and ensure career success
Maintain confidentiality with external and client information as well as internal employee and firm information
Take initiative to be a team player (seek out opportunities to help others)
Treat everyone with respect; develop loyalty and trust with the team
Successfully adapt to different personalities and working styles
Proactively and effectively communicate information regarding status issues to team members
Hold self accountable for assigned work; seek continuous feedback to learn and develop in role; open to new ideas and suggestions