Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with Client Advisors to provide wealth management services to ultra-high-net-worth families. Key responsibilities include:
- Organizing and preparing materials for client meetings held 2-4 times annually.
- Attending client meetings in the Chicago area (and potentially out of town), documenting follow-up notes, and tracking action items.
- Ensuring timely execution of client-agreed action items, particularly by coordinating with clients to complete investment documentation.
- Reviewing quarterly client reports and participating in review calls with clients.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of tailored asset allocation and wealth transfer strategies.
- Coordinating with external tax, legal, and financial professionals to support tax planning, estate planning, and philanthropic initiatives.
- Assisting in the creation of new business development presentations.
- Contributing to internal firm initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- A strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and thorough execution of responsibilities.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Familiarity with various investment asset classes and fundamental investment concepts, including alternative investments.
- Eligibility to live and work in the U.S.
Experience Level
Candidates should have:
- A bachelor’s degree.
- At least three years of experience in financial planning, family office services, tax, or investment management for high-net-worth families.
- CPA, CFP, or MBA credentials (preferred but not required).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision (HSA, FSA options)
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and parental leave (12 weeks)
- Optional coverage for life insurance, long-term disability, and dependent life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible work schedules
- 15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 1 floating holiday
- Education reimbursement programs
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain seated for extended periods while reading or typing at a computer.
- Ability to move around an office environment throughout the workday.
- Availability to work in-person in downtown Chicago.
- Willingness to travel to client locations as needed.
- Strong verbal communication skills for interactions with employees, clients, and vendors.
- Ability to process transactions on a computer and maintain attention to detail for prolonged periods.