Client Associate at D.A. Davidson Companies in Aberdeen, WA

Summary: D.A. Davidson Companies is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm with a commitment to integrity and client service. They are seeking a motivated Client Associate to provide exceptional support and service to clients, managing requests and assisting with account maintenance in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities: - Provide extraordinarily professional and courteous client service managing client requests, account maintenance and effectively articulating certain requirements in a regulatory environment - Review, maintain and process account documents and information as well as solve complex issues and assignments related to client accounts and transactions including suspicious activity - Assist with crafting comprehensive financial plans for current and prospective clients - Assist in developing and implementing periodic client mailings, communications and events - Facilitate the transfer of client funds and/or securities and the issuance of checks upon request - Seek to innovate and streamline processes - Provide general support, including but not limited to phone, correspondence, appointments, filing and other projects as assigned - Adherence to all branch, firm and compliance policies, procedures, rules and regulations - Other projects and duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Eager to advance and grow in the Financial Services Industry ‒ Opportunity to complete the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) and FINRA General Securities Representative (Series 7) Exam and Uniform Securities State Law Exam (Series 66 [or Series 63/65]) - High school graduate. Post-secondary education, or comparable work experience preferred - Solid technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook) and the desire to learn and leverage innovative technologies to optimize the client experience - Proven ability to build client/customer relationships including excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem-solving skills - Strong attention to detail and accuracy including the ability to accurately perform semi-advanced math - Ability to successfully handle multiple demands and competing priorities in a deadline-oriented environment Preferred Qualifications: - Post-secondary education, or comparable work experience preferred Required Skills: Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), FINRA General Securities Representative (Series 7) Exam, Uniform Securities State Law Exam Series 66, Uniform Securities State Law Exam Series 63/65, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Financial services industry knowledge, Client relationship management, Regulatory compliance Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision, Company 401(k)and ESOP contribution, Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave, Paid holidays, Professional Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap), Discounted personal insurance including home, auto and recreational vehicles, Charitable gift-matching program, Davidson Day of Giving - Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work