D.A. Davidson Companies is an independent, employee-owned company with a rich history spanning more than 80 years. We are dedicated to conducting our business in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and delivering outstanding service to our clients and each other. We support a friendly, open and supportive culture, and encourage candid communication and productive engagement that make our companies and each of us better. Just as we work to improve our clients’ financial well-being, we also work to strengthen local communities—and giving back is one of our core values. You can learn more about our company culture and impact in our latest annual report.
Summary/Function
We are currently seeking an exceptional individual to join a dynamic and high-producing team in our Butte, MT office. This team-critical role requires outstanding attention to detail, the ability to balance multiple requests, outstanding client service skills, and a high level of integrity and confidentiality with respect to client, FA, branch and company information.
Qualifications
•Bachelor’s degree preferred.
•Successful completion of the (SIE) Securities Industry Essentials and FINRA General Securities Representative (Series 7) Exam and Uniform Securities State Law Exam (Series 66 [or Series 63 & 65]) or ability to obtain licensing is required.
•At least two years previous experience with qualified retirement plans, as a Registered Client Associate or similar role preferred.
•Solid technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Experience with Envestnet/ERS investment reporting software preferred.
•Proven ability to manage multiple demands and competing priorities in a deadline-oriented environment.
•Ability to maintain regular, predictable attendance, work overtime and minimal travel as needed.
Primary Duties:
•Deliver high-quality, efficient service to clients through daily management of assigned retirement plan and wealth management clients.
•Oversee client projects such as qualified plan recordkeeper RFPs, plan changes (recordkeeper, fund, and plan design), and due diligence projects.
•Growing knowledge of qualified retirement plans, investments, recordkeepers and plan design.
•Assist Financial Advisor with retirement plan reviews & investment research for current and prospective clients.
•Ability and willingness to conduct group education presentations.
•Handle meeting follow-ups, including meeting minutes, fund changes, recordkeeper management, and plan administration items.
•Exceptional verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
•Manage clients and projects with minimal oversight, identifying and securing necessary resources.
•Review meeting materials for accuracy.
•Maintain client CRM records.
•Strong organization skills. Attention to detail and accuracy including the ability to perform semi-advanced math.
•Proven ability to handle competing tasks and manage time efficiently and effectively.
•Provide exceptionally professional and courteous customer service supporting client satisfaction including effectively articulating certain requirements in a regulatory environment.
•Adherence to all Branch, Firm and Compliance policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
•Review, maintain and process account documents and information - Inform FA of meaningful information and activities related to client accounts and transactions including suspicious activity.
•Assist Financial Advisor in developing and implementing periodic client mailings, communications and events.
•Provide administrative support, including but not limited to phone, correspondence, appointments, filing and other projects as assigned by the FA and/or Branch Manager.
•Other projects and duties as assigned!
What we offer:
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
•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.
The compensation offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis considering a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the skills, relevant work experience, and geographic location of each specific candidate. This role is eligible to participate in applicable D.A. Davidson variable compensation programs.
D.A. Davidson has been in business for over 88 years! As an employee-owned company, our success is driven by our high standards of business ethics, integrity and the belief that our Associates are our most important assets. We hope you will consider joining us!