Client Services Representative

This person supports Financial Advisors (Registered Representatives) with running their day-to-day Investment practice while enhancing the customer service level and experience. This person works directly with the Registered Representative(s) to prepare and process client paperwork, perform client financial transactions, maintain client relationships, schedule appointments, and communicate with clients and financial companies. This role can also be the first step of the career pathing program to future opportunities that require industry experience and licenses (Insurance, FINRA Series 7, & 66 or 63/65 combo). What You Will Do Act as a liaison between the registered representatives and their clients. Answer phones, schedule appointments, and prepare materials for client meetings. Aid registered representatives in preparing client illustrations, graphs, charts, reports, etc. for registered representative presentations and appointment with clients. Prepare and complete client paperwork and follow up tasks to support registered representative. Spend time with clients on the phone, via virtual visits and in person to ensure client service level needs are met. Organize client events and follow up tasks. Maintain client records and retention management within corporate requirements. Conduct proactive outreach to clients and registered representatives on time sensitive activities (e.g., RMDs, Client’s Quarterly/Annual Reviews). Assume ownership of inquiries and requests; communicate with internal Cetera departments to ensure clients’ expectations for timely service delivery are met. Educate clients on account services, capabilities, and new technology. Complete required corporate training on new technologies and follow implementation guidelines. Maintain compliance guidelines, client communication notes in AdviceWorks/SmartWorks and Redtail while following Cetera standards in a timely manner. Work with Advisor(s) through weekly meetings to help maintain Advisors Business Plan process, tasks, marketing, and client communication expectations and follow up processes. What You Will Have High School Diploma or GED Experience in an administrative or customer service role Strong time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and ability to learn new programs Nice to Have Previous experience in assisting Registered Representatives/Financial Advisors Financial services and/or banking background Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Marketing, or Communications Attention to detail, excellent organization skills, ability to multi-task and produce timely results in a fast-paced work environment Able to manage own workflow and priorities, and can accommodate unexpected requests or needs from Advisors Self-starter, productive, works well with a team and independently Professional and positive attitude, friendly demeanor both in-person and by telephone Trustworthy; uses discretion with confidential information Listens well to instruction and consistently retains details The base annual salary range for this role is $17.30-$26.90. Base annual salary depends on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location. Base annual salary may also differ significantly due to geography and cost of labor considerations. About Us About Us What we give you in return: Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship. Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are. 20 plus days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 2 paid wellness days to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities. 401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan‑ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years. Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more. Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more. Cetera Financial Group ® ("Cetera") is a leading network of independent retail broker‑dealers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions. Cetera is one of the largest independent financial advisor networks in the nation by number of advisors, as well as a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions. Through its multiple distinct firms, Cetera offers independent and institutions‑based advisors the benefits of a large, established broker‑dealer and registered investment adviser, while serving advisors and institutions in a way that is customized to their needs and aspirations. Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award‑winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker‑dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support, and innovative technology. Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business. Accordingly, all employment decisions at Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and/or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, U.S. military status, political affiliation, or any other class protected by state and/or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr