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Operations Assistant

Colonial River Wealth Management
Newport, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/26/2026

Operations Associate Job Description / Posting

Colonial River Wealth Management, LLC. , a growing wealth management firm, is seeking an Operations Associate to assist us in our mission of helping clients achieve their financial goals. This is your chance to play a key role in the future success of our fast-growing organization!

Our mission at Colonial River Wealth Management is to navigate our clients through consultative wealth management and retirement planning. The First Impressions Receptionist plays a pivotal role in attracting and retaining clients. If you have a relentless, burning desire to succeed as a Operations Assistant and share our vision, then we would love to hear from you!

Description The Operations Associate plays a critical role in the back-office functioning of our firm. With responsibility for the day-to-day operational duties of the firm, the Operations Associate helps keep the office running smoothly and ensures that all client paperwork and processing is handled in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.

Responsibilities & Activities

  • Processes new accounts.
  • Processes account transfers.
  • Processes new contributions and redemptions.
  • Processes beneficiary changes.
  • Creates client meeting update books and reviews.
  • Sends update meeting letters.
  • Coordinates state, SEC, and FINRA licensing.
  • Handles miscellaneous operational activities.
  • Develops and maintains written systems of all activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Requires:
  • Excellent attitude and an extraordinary client service orientation
  • A strong focus on getting the details right
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • An ability to handle multiple tasks within tight time frames
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong analytical and research skills
  • Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
  • BA/B S degree in finance-related field from an accredited institution
  • Helpful:
  • Interest in and knowledge of financial markets and investment securities
  • Previous securities industry experience
  • FINRA Series 6, 7, 63,
  • Life and Health License
  • Attendance is an essential function.
  • Salary is commensurate with experience.

We offer a great working environment in a beautiful and professional office location. This is your chance to play a key role in the continued success of our company. Our culture is fast-paced, motivational, and focused on improving our client’s lives.

For more information about our company, please visit our website www.colonialriver.com .

Given the high demand for this position, we’re only able to contact the most qualified candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Relocate:

  • Newport News, VA 23606: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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