Associate Relationship Manager

Balentine is seeking an Associate Relationship Manager (ARM) who will work closely with our Relationship Management team. In this role, the ARM will support and collaborate with the firm’s Relationship Managers to provide a first-class experience to existing and prospective clients. The ARM will have direct client responsibility and must be able to maintain and cultivate strong networks with various functional teams within the firm, and in the existing and prospective client spheres of influence. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in the field of investment management and is a self-starter with both a proactive mentality and a growth mindset. The candidate should be highly professional and should possess excellent communication skills. We are an entrepreneurial organization with a successful track record of delivering consistent long‑term investment returns achieved by demanding expectations, and we are looking for a candidate who would be enthusiastic to work in this environment. There is an opportunity to thrive either within the ARM role or on a defined trajectory to becoming a Relationship Manager. Responsibilities The ultimate goal of this position is for the Associate Relationship Manager to assume comprehensive management of the day‑to‑day needs of the firm’s clients, thereby permitting the Relationship Managers to focus on client acquisition and retention. The success of the role is demonstrated by the ability to complete the following: Client and Prospect Meetings Lead and manage the preparation for all client meetings. Attend client meetings, prepare meeting summaries, and oversee follow‑up correspondence and next steps for clients. Initiate pre‑meeting huddles for client and prospect meetings, including collaboration with members of other teams within the firm to deliver tailored client‑facing reports and presentations. Collaborate with the Administrative Associate, Reporting Team, and IST Portfolio Analyst to review and verify client performance reports. Perform and supervise data entry for eMoney financial plans, balance sheets, and other client forms for prospects and clients. Review Holistiplan reports and communicate recommendations to clients. Create and review Implementation Plans to ensure the strategy and model align with client goals. Utilize Riskalyze with clients and prospects to understand clients’ risk comfort. Day‑to‑Day and Account Oversight Serve as the liaison between the Relationship Manager(s), Relationship Associate(s), and Administrative Associate(s) in connection with the daily management of clients. Monitor portfolios to review and recommend asset allocation to maintain strategies based on client goals. Provide proactive tax‑related support, working closely with clients’ CPAs to ensure timely and accurate tax data sharing. Serve as investment team liaison. Provide suggestions for clients to participate in Private Capital. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in investment management or portfolio construction. 3+ years of client‑facing experience. Willingness to achieve CFP or other industry certification. Ability to interpret financial data, monitor portfolios, and recommend investment strategies aligned with client goals. Technologically savvy and proficient. Proficiency with eMoney, Addepar, RedBlack, Box, Salesforce, and NetX360 strongly preferred; experience with similar program types required. Professional and Courteous Ability to maintain uncompromising levels of confidentiality. Ability to interact with all people in a polite manner and a positive attitude. Ability to have a positive impact on the people around you. Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Skills Ability to read and connect with people and respond accordingly in varying situations. Ability to recognize own and others’ emotions and use them to create positive interactions. Organized and Productive Ability to structure responsibilities, tasks, and project management to eliminate wasted time and efforts. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities without missing deadlines. Ability to self‑manage, prioritize, and produce quality work in both individual and team environments. Ability to maintain a proactive approach complemented by a high energy level. Calm Under Pressure / Unflappable Ability to respond calmly and maintain performance standards in a busy office setting. Ability to maintain high service standards and problem‑solve effectively when faced with new challenges. Adaptable and Reliable Ability to remain unperturbed by changing priorities and conditions. Ability to shift concentrations throughout the day. Ability to always arrive on time and prepared. Compensation Balentine offers a competitive compensation package, including an attractive base salary and benefits. Company Overview Balentine LLC is a boutique wealth management firm with $8B of Assets Under Advisement and growing. Built on integrity and a commitment to provide a fiduciary standard of care, our firm was founded by, and continues to attract, a world‑class team of driven and dedicated individuals. At Balentine, everything we do prioritizes our clients and employees. We have assembled an exceptional team that values relationships and results and has created an environment where motivated people flourish. Balentine’s culture reflects a collaborative and diverse workforce driven by excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning. We deeply value our culture, and it is at the core of all that we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr Balentine LLC.