Junior Associate

About the OpportunityWe are partnering with a boutique, fee‑based financial advisory practice that manages just under $100M in client assets across approximately 110 households. The firm takes a highly personalized, education‑driven approach to financial planning and investment management, serving a client base that includes government employees, healthcare professionals, and public‑sector workers — groups often underserved by traditional advisory models.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their financial services career who is eager to learn, deeply values compliance and ethics, and wants hands‑on exposure to portfolio management and planning.

The RoleThe Junior Associate / Paraplanner will directly support a highly experienced Senior Financial Advisor by assisting with the investment and portfolio management function, research, client preparation, and operational follow‑through. This position is designed to grow over time, including firm sponsorship for FINRA licensing (Series 6 or Series 7) once foundational competencies are demonstrated.

This is not a sales role — it is analytical, compliance‑focused, and client‑centric.

Key ResponsibilitiesInvestment & Portfolio SupportAssist with routine trading and portfolio rebalancing in accordance with established asset allocation modelsResearch mutual funds and investment options using advisor‑defined criteriaEvaluate portfolios for:

Allocation driftExcess cash positionsInvestments no longer meeting quality standardsFlag potential issues and consult with the Senior Advisor when something appears 'off'Financial Planning & AnalysisSupport financial modeling and planning efforts using planning softwareAssess opportunities to further integrate planning tools into client relationshipsHelp maintain consistency between investment strategy and client objectivesOperations, Compliance & Client InteractionParticipate in client meetings (in person or by phone) when appropriateDevelop a strong working knowledge of compliance standards in a regulated advisory environmentEnsure strict adherence to authorization and verification rules, especially regarding money movementAssist with documentation, record‑keeping, and workflow tracking within the CRMBe cross‑trained to support basic account administration when neededPractice & Client Engagement SupportAssist with the firm's annual maintenance and client‑engagement calendar, including:

Beneficiary auditsTax‑season document coordinationDistribution tracking (RMDs)Periodic account reviewsSupport client communications, mailings, and special initiatives throughout the yearHelp coordinate educational events, workshops, or client appreciation activities as the role evolves