Client Service Associate

Job Description Summary
Karsten Financial Group employs thoughtful service and tailored strategies, with our clients' needs at the center. As we evolve, we are seeking a Client Service Associate who shares our vision and values. The ideal candidate has experience in the financial industry, thrives in a team environment, has a strong work ethic, and is detail oriented.

Are you ready to work hand in hand with us? Apply today to join your new team!

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Service daily client inquiries over the phone, online, and in-person, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and greeting clients
• Work both independently and within a team environment to provide administrative support to the financial advisors and branch office
• Open new client accounts, process money movement, and research information as needed
• Ensure client paperwork and documentation is accurate prior to submission and processing Follow up to ensure accurate completion
• Prepare various business summary reports and client-specific reporting as needed for review by the financial advisor
• Create and maintain records and files utilizing Client Relationship Management (CRM) software
• Assist with compliance documentation and recordkeeping
• Assist with marketing and client events
• Actively engage in available training/cross-training and educational and/or professional development opportunities to remain current on industry policies and procedures
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Company's working structure, policies, mission, and strategies
• General office practices, procedures, and methods
• Basic investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry
• Financial markets, products and industry regulations

Skill in

• Client Relationship Management (CRM) software
• Microsoft Office
• Effective communication (in-person, virtual, phone and mail)

Ability to

• Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets, and databases

• Analyze and research account information

• Organize, manage, and track multiple, detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, task-oriented work environment

• Take initiative and proactively follow up on submitted items to ensure completion; resolve errors, questions or concerns

• Provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner

• Use mathematics sufficient to process account and transaction information

• Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively

• Work both independently and as part of a team

• Provide a high level of customer service

Experience and Licenses

• One (1) or more years securities industry or related work experience preferred
• SIE, series 7 & 66 preferred

Karsten Financial Group and its employees are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James, not employees of Raymond James. The term "Raymond James" includes, but is not limited to, Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. ("RJFS") and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors. Inc. ("RJFSA") as affiliates.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits link and benefits description below do not apply to this job posting because the hiring entity is a RJFS independent branch and all RJFS associates at this branch are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James. If you are offered a position by this RJFS branch, employment and benefits will solely be offered by the branch and not by Raymond James.

Education
High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience
General Experience - 13 months to 3 years

Certifications

Travel
Less than 25%

Workstyle
Resident

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

We expect our associates at all levels to:
• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James - as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
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