Wealth Planning Analyst
Key Skills for This Role
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Responsibilities:
- Communicate with clients by answering basic questions, assisting with account access, and explaining reports or statements in a clear and professional manner.
- Support client service activities, including preparing paperwork, coordinating money movement requests, and processing account maintenance tasks.
- Provide overflow support to Client Service Associates during client onboarding, ensuring account documentation is complete, accurate, and timely.
- Coordinate scheduling for client meetings (both onsite and virtual) and manage related logistics.
- Prepare meeting agendas, assemble supporting materials, and ensure advisors are fully equipped for client discussions.
- Participate in client meetings by taking detailed notes, capturing action items, and assisting with follow-up deliverables.
- Gather and organize client financial data—including assets, liabilities, income, and expenses—to support advisor analysis.
- Enter client information into financial planning software and prepare initial plan drafts under the direction of licensed advisors.
- Assist in developing financial projections and “what-if” planning scenarios for advisor review.
- Research portfolio holdings, performance, fees, and asset allocation using firm-approved tools and resources.
- Prepare reports and summaries of research findings to support advisor recommendations.
Required Education and Experience:
Completed Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Planning or related field preferred or completion within 6 months of hire.
Internship experience within a financial planning or wealth management organization.
Commitment to pursuing the Series 65 license within a defined timeframe after hire.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Interest in pursuing the CFP designation as part of long-term professional development.
Skills and Knowledge
Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, professional client experience through clear communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
Familiarity with financial planning concepts and planning/investment software (e.g., eMoney, Holistiplan, Nitrogen or similar tools; formal training will be provided.
Foundational knowledge of the wealth management process, including account types, investment vehicles, and core planning strategies, with a strong interest in deepening expertise.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance academic commitments and professional responsibilities when applicable.
Detail-oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving skills to support data gathering, plan development, and portfolio research.
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize findings for senior advisors.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
Collaborative mindset with enthusiasm for learning and contributing as part of an advisor team.
Commitment to professional growth and eventual progression into a client-facing advisor role.
We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work-life balance.
By submitting your application, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information as described in our Employee and Applicant Privacy Notice.
EOE M/F/D/V
Qualifications
- Internship experience within a financial planning or wealth management organization.
- Commitment to pursuing the Series 65 license within a defined timeframe after hire.
- Interest in pursuing the CFP designation as part of long-term professional development.
- Skills and Knowledge
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, professional client experience through clear communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
- Familiarity with financial planning concepts and planning/investment software (e.g., eMoney, Holistiplan, Nitrogen or similar tools; formal training will be provided.
- Foundational knowledge of the wealth management process, including account types, investment vehicles, and core planning strategies, with a strong interest in deepening expertise.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance academic commitments and professional responsibilities when applicable.
- Detail-oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving skills to support data gathering, plan development, and portfolio research.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize findings for senior advisors.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
- Collaborative mindset with enthusiasm for learning and contributing as part of an advisor team.
- Commitment to professional growth and eventual progression into a client-facing advisor role.
- We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work-life balance.
- By submitting your application, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information as described in our Employee and Applicant Privacy Notice.
- EOE M/F/D/V
Preferred Qualifications
- Completed Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Planning or related field preferred or completion within 6 months of hire.
About Mariner
Privately held U.S. wealth management firm serving individuals, families, businesses and institutions with financial and investment advice.
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