Wealth Planning Associate

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States William Blair Full time
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At William Blair, we deliver trusted advice for nearly nine decades, deepening our expertise and relationships across regions, asset classes, and markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

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We are committed to our people and culture, values, clients, and local communities. Our unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds set us apart as an independent partnership.

Our Services

We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients' evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries.

Our Team

We strive to attract the most qualified, passionate candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and a variety of other business functions.

Our Culture

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Our Legacy

We are proud of our long-term partnerships with the communities in which we live and work, a legacy we inherited from our founder.

About the Role

The qualified candidate will assist the Wealth Planning team in the analysis and preparation of wealth plans for existing and prospective clients. This individual will perform cash-flow modeling, risk management/insurance analysis, educational modeling, estate plan document preparation, and tax planning.

Responsibilities

  • Build knowledge of investments, insurance, income/gift/estate taxation, retirement planning. Perform research as directed by senior Wealth Planning staff. Consult with outside professionals when necessary. Synthesize findings into relevant content for wealth plans.
  • Assist the Wealth Planning team with data gathering, data input, plan analytics, drafting correspondence and creating financial planning exhibits.
  • Perform wealth planning analyses such as cash flow planning, investment planning/asset allocation, income tax planning, risk protection/insurance, retirement planning and estate planning.
  • Collect and maintain client data according to established policies and requirements.
  • Respond to client inquiries/service requests in a timely and proactive manner. Identify and communicate issues/potential problems that may require escalation.
  • Ensure all wealth planning activities are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Additional responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • CFP (or working towards a CFP) preferred
  • 2-5 years of experience in wealth planning required
  • SIE Exam, Series 7, and Series 63/65 (or 66) must be acquired within 120 days of employment
  • Maintain licenses by meeting required CPE hours
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
  • Client service oriented
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products and Salesforce software

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