POSITION SUMMARY:

The Wealth Management Analyst/Associate is often the first point of contact with clients on a broad array of services related to account servicing, financial plans and investment portfolios. Under the direction of the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor, this industry professional combines relationship management with marketing skills, and product knowledge to cultivate longstanding relationships with clients. This self-starter must be able to work across the team and across the firm to respond quickly and accurately to client questions and concerns. The Wealth Management Analyst/ Associate is an integral member of the advisory team and is responsible for delivering a consistent, positive client experience to help ensure all commitments are completed and delivered in a timely manner.

We are seeking both Wealth Management Analysts and Associates for our branches

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

​​​​​​Client Support:

Establishes and cultivates trusting relationships with new and existing clients, proactively helping them understand their investments and planning strategies, often with guidance and input from senior team membersAssists Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors in the development and delivery of financial and investment strategies that aim to address each client’s specific goals and concernsPrepares performance reports and other data for clients, that may involve evaluating account performance, analyzing investment portfolio holdings, and generating quarterly investment performance monitorsEngages in interactive dialogue with clients and prospects to determine investment objectives, current portfolio status, risk tolerance, and other information necessary to craft comprehensive financial strategy in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth AdvisorWorks with clients on the execution of orders in Brokerage and Advisory accountsAssists clients with market and stock researchDevelops Statement of Investment Policy Statements for clients in coordination with Financial Advisor / Private Wealth AdvisorManages events, webinars and seminars by organizing, marketing and setting up the venue in collaboration with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor

Additional responsibilities and requirements for a Wealth Management Associate

Thoroughly understands and utilizes the firm’s financial planning tools to analyze complex financial information and lead presentations in partnership with the Financial Advisors / Private Wealth AdvisorsMay participate in or conduct client meetings with or on behalf of the Financial Advisors / Private Wealth AdvisorsAssigns work to team’s Client Service Associate as appropriateCoordinates enrollment campaigns/meetings for existing clients

Business Development Operational Support:

Designs and produces strategy reports and other types of communications for Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors to use with clients and prospects as part of the overall marketing initiativeSynthesizes client/prospect data to develop customized financial plans/asset allocation proposals utilizing the Firm’s proprietary software tools; May lead presentations in partnership with Financial Advisors / Private Wealth AdvisorsLeads a team-wide effort to organize, streamline and enhance a client experience that emphasizes value, service and attention to detail as well as develop, implement and communicate new procedures, products, and portfolio enhancements for clientsIdentifies and implements practice management opportunities by interfacing with various departments across the firmDevelops presentation materials and proposals to assist Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors in managing performance measurements on existing accounts and cultivating new business opportunitiesProvides tailored recommendations to the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor about specific client situations and opportunities to considerCollaborates with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor to develop an overall business plan and marketing strategy that may include targeted events and customized seminarsConducts quarterly/annual business performance reviews in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth AdvisorActively engages in available training and education programs – including firm strategic priorities, professional development and staying current on policies, procedures and new platforms and attend scheduled targeted/monthly field service professional and/or training callsProactively participates in firm initiatives directed by local management

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Wealth Management Analyst/Associate is often the first point of contact with clients on a broad array of services related to account servicing, financial plans and investment portfolios. Under the direction of the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor, this industry professional combines relationship management with marketing skills, and product knowledge to cultivate longstanding relationships with clients. This self-starter must be able to work across the team and across the firm to respond quickly and accurately to client questions and concerns. The Wealth Management Analyst/ Associate is an integral member of the advisory team and is responsible for delivering a consistent, positive client experience to help ensure all commitments are completed and delivered in a timely manner.

We are seeking both Wealth Management Analysts and Associates for our branches

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

​​​​​​Client Support:

Establishes and cultivates trusting relationships with new and existing clients, proactively helping them understand their investments and planning strategies, often with guidance and input from senior team membersAssists Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors in the development and delivery of financial and investment strategies that aim to address each client’s specific goals and concernsPrepares performance reports and other data for clients, that may involve evaluating account performance, analyzing investment portfolio holdings, and generating quarterly investment performance monitorsEngages in interactive dialogue with clients and prospects to determine investment objectives, current portfolio status, risk tolerance, and other information necessary to craft comprehensive financial strategy in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth AdvisorWorks with clients on the execution of orders in Brokerage and Advisory accountsAssists clients with market and stock researchDevelops Statement of Investment Policy Statements for clients in coordination with Financial Advisor / Private Wealth AdvisorManages events, webinars and seminars by organizing, marketing and setting up the venue in collaboration with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor

Additional responsibilities and requirements for a Wealth Management Associate

Thoroughly understands and utilizes the firm’s financial planning tools to analyze complex financial information and lead presentations in partnership with the Financial Advisors / Private Wealth AdvisorsMay participate in or conduct client meetings with or on behalf of the Financial Advisors / Private Wealth AdvisorsAssigns work to team’s Client Service Associate as appropriateCoordinates enrollment campaigns/meetings for existing clients

Business Development Operational Support:

Designs and produces strategy reports and other types of communications for Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors to use with clients and prospects as part of the overall marketing initiativeSynthesizes client/prospect data to develop customized financial plans/asset allocation proposals utilizing the Firm’s proprietary software tools; May lead presentations in partnership with Financial Advisors / Private Wealth AdvisorsLeads a team-wide effort to organize, streamline and enhance a client experience that emphasizes value, service and attention to detail as well as develop, implement and communicate new procedures, products, and portfolio enhancements for clientsIdentifies and implements practice management opportunities by interfacing with various departments across the firmDevelops presentation materials and proposals to assist Financial Advisors / Private Wealth Advisors in managing performance measurements on existing accounts and cultivating new business opportunitiesProvides tailored recommendations to the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor about specific client situations and opportunities to considerCollaborates with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor to develop an overall business plan and marketing strategy that may include targeted events and customized seminarsConducts quarterly/annual business performance reviews in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth AdvisorActively engages in available training and education programs – including firm strategic priorities, professional development and staying current on policies, procedures and new platforms and attend scheduled targeted/monthly field service professional and/or training callsProactively participates in firm initiatives directed by local management

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:

Education and/or Experience

2 years of work experience (5 years for Associate level) in a field relevant to the position requiredFour-year college degree or professional certification preferredActive Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)Additional product licenses may be required

Knowledge/Skills

Enjoys working with people and problem solvingKnowledge of financial industry and investment products preferredAble to measure performance of clients’ portfoliosEffective written and verbal communication skillsStrong understanding of applicable compliance rules, regulations and firm policiesAble to work independently and effectively on a teamStrong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Detail-oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks Ability and interest in working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

REPORTS TO:

Business Service Officer

For Ohio-Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $50,000-$115,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability,marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:

Education and/or Experience

2 years of work experience (5 years for Associate level) in a field relevant to the position requiredFour-year college degree or professional certification preferredActive Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)Additional product licenses may be required

Knowledge/Skills

Enjoys working with people and problem solvingKnowledge of financial industry and investment products preferredAble to measure performance of clients’ portfoliosEffective written and verbal communication skillsStrong understanding of applicable compliance rules, regulations and firm policiesAble to work independently and effectively on a teamStrong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Detail-oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks Ability and interest in working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

REPORTS TO:

Business Service Officer

For Ohio-Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $50,000-$115,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability,marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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