Why Work at Mercer Advisors?
For more than 40 years, Mercer Advisors has been helping families amplify and simplify their financial lives by integrating financial planning, investment management, business management, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. We deliver the kind of comprehensive care once reserved for only the wealthiest households.
Today, we serve over 31,300 families across 90+ cities across the U.S. Ranked the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron’s for two consecutive years, Mercer Advisors is an independent fiduciary legally bound to act in our clients’ best interests — always.*
Mercer Advisors offers a workplace that stands apart in the financial industry. More than half of our employees and client-facing professionals are women, reflecting the clients we serve. With a flexible, national footprint, we build our teams around exceptional talent — wherever they are.
Join us and help families amplify and simplify their financial lives with confidence.
Job Summary:
The primary focus of a Client Service Associate I is to provide excellent follow-through and operational support to the brokerage service team in servicing and delivering on the needs of high-net-worth clients. As a Client Service Associate, you will have a direct impact on the client experience and are vital to the success of the organization. You will be a member of a dynamic team in a collaborative, client-focused environment utilizing your exceptional organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Education:High School diploma with a Bachelor’s degree highly preferredExperience:2-3 years of job-related experience requiredFinancial services industry requiredPrior experience working in an office environment with a customer service focus helpfulCertifications:Notary designation a plusFINRA Series 7 preferred, but can be obtained within 18 months after startJob Skills:Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment while maintain client focus and demonstrating attention to detailEnjoy collaborating and building positive relationships internally with co-workers and externally with clients and business vendorsExcellent verbal and written communications skills a mustStrong MS Word, Excel, and Outlook skills required; prior use of CRM system (Junxure) a plus.Strong desire for continuous self-learning and professional growth
Competencies:
Business & Technological KnowledgeIndividual ExperienceCore knowledge of the industryEconomic LandscapeWorking knowledge of the economic landscape and impact on the Firm and clientsData/Financial AcumenSeasoned working knowledge of data and financial metrics relevant to the jobBusiness OperationsStrong working and core knowledge of Broker-Dealer Office Operations and purpose/relationship to other Firm operational groupsTechnology - JunxureFoundational to strong understanding of JunxureCore Tech/PlatformsAble to effectively navigate Core Technology (Microsoft Office, Laserfiche, Custodian Sites, Task Management tools, DocuSign, and more) at an expert levelTechnology – Black DiamondSome knowledge and continued development of Black Diamond and assisting with ad hoc reporting requestsComplianceFoundational knowledge of aspects of compliance as relates to job tasks in role and a growing working understanding of compliance requirementsBusiness Operations - AccountLearning the basics of Account Operations and beginning to execute related tasksSO's - BrokerageAble to facilitate brokerage offerings and process change requestsINTERPERSONAL EFFECTIVENESSTeamwork & CollaborationActively practices teamwork and collaboration within and beyond the assigned team -- e.g., with Branch Ops or Investment Ops and other mid and back office operationsWork EnvironmentContributes to a positive work environment; builds appropriate rapport with other team membersBalancing PrioritiesBalances competing priorities and manages time pressures with composureTrustworthinessInstills trust across the Firm as someone who can be counted on for honesty, integrity and reliabilityProfessional PresenceDemonstrates commitment to professional behaviors - punctuality, attendance, appropriate office conduct, responsiveness, and follow-throughCommunicationsPresents oral and written communications in a concise and well-organized formCLIENT FOCUS & ACCOUNTABILITYClient ServiceDirectly supports and maintains client account operations. Demonstrates logical approach to gathering information to answer client questions. Partners with others to maintain client relationships through responsive, proactive client service. Serves as the primary point of operational contact for clients and brokerage teams. Effectively resolves and manages solutions to resolve client concerns and issues. Proactively engages with internal and external clients in order to exceed expectations.Resource CoordinatorHas established working relationships with internal resources needed to deliver high quality work on a timely basisQualityDemonstrates accountability for own work quality; can quality control own workLEADERSHIPVision & ValuesUnderstands and consistently demonstrates full commitment to HYA & Mercer Advisors Guiding PrinciplesTalent DevelopmentProactively takes on new work. Actively seeks feedback from team members and Wealth Management leaders. Assists with training and mentors new employees as needed.Innovative & Change ManagementSeeks to learn and apply new approaches and processes. May begin to identify/suggest process improvements.Firm-buildingRepresents the Firm in a professional mannerDriving ResultsUnderstands and supports meeting KPI goals
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM.
Working Conditions: Professional office environment, daytime hours, working inside, standing, and sitting, will be assigned to a workstation, no heavy lifting over 10 lbs.
Actual base pay within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills and licenses/certifications. This position is also eligible to earn incentive compensation through one of Mercer Advisors’ incentive compensation programs.
Base Pay Range
$23
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$26 USD
Benefits:
Mercer Advisors offers a competitive and robust benefit package to our employees. Our benefit programs are focused on meeting all of our employees and their eligible dependents health and welfare needs. We offer the following:
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