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Planning Associate

Modera Wealth Management, Charlotte, NC, United States


Planning Associate

Charlotte, NC
Modera Wealth Management is an independent, fee-only firm that strives to make a lasting positive impact on the lives of our clients through comprehensive financial planning and intelligent investment management. Modera is fast-growing and has a track record of providing career development opportunities from entry level to ownership.
Since 1983, Modera has been committed to being an advisor firm, and not a firm of advisors. Our growth has been driven by a desire to give clients a personalized service experience with our distinct combination of professional excellence and a friendly, relatable work style. Through this vision, we have grown to more than 200 employees in 19 offices along the East Coast, managing more than $15B in assets for more than 6,000 individuals, families, and businesses.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a Planning Associate that will be responsible for supporting our lead advisors in our Charlotte, NC office.
Responsibilities:
Supporting lead advisors in all aspects of delivering excellent client service in a wide range of client activities, including onboarding of new assets
Completing work that is accurate on a timely basis, juggling multiple projects while documenting progress so that other team members are informed
Assisting with preparation for client meetings
Preparing client Investment Policy Statements and asset allocation reports
Communicating with clients, as well as their accountants and attorneys, verbally and in writing
Attending client meetings and assisting with documentation and follow up actions
Maintain a willingness to pitch in when needed with visitors, answering phones, and scheduling meetings
Prepare for and pass the FINRA Series 65 within the mandated company timeline
Duties and responsibilities over time:
Conducting in-depth client interviews to gather personal financial data and to formulate planning goals
Developing comprehensive financial plans focusing on investment strategy, tax, retirement and estate planning, executive compensation, risk management, cash flow and education funding
Assisting clients with the implementation of their financial plans
Participating in client meetings to support the primary relationship manager
Reviewing and interpreting investment allocation trading reports
Collaborating with the client service team to facilitate and monitor client service activities
Occasional travel may be required
What are we looking for?
We want a team player who can leverage the strength of the firm to deliver outstanding results and solutions. We are looking for people who embody Modera's core values:
Confident Humility a quintessential team player, willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, with pragmatic optimism
Contagious Growth Mindset a continuous learner with intellectual curiosity who strives for excellence and inspires others
Trusted Relationships supportive and authentic with mutual respect for colleagues
Qualifications:
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
0-3 years of financial planning experience desirable or equivalent financial planning coursework
Ability to obtain of FINRA Series 65 required during first twelve months
Team player, able to work well with all levels of the firm, and pitch in wherever needed
Skills and Competencies:
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of planning strategies and solutions
Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Team player, able to work well with all levels of the firm, and pitch in wherever needed
Benefits:
Performance-based bonus
Safe Harbor 401(k) plan
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex-Spending Account, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability and Life insurance
Paid vacation
Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
Partial remote work
Salary range: $60,000-85,000 annually, non-exempt
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point of market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location, and most importantly, performance in the job role
Modera Wealth Management, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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