Northwestern Mutual - The South Florida Group ยท 1 day ago
Paraplanner
Northwestern Mutual - The South Florida Group has been committed to helping families and businesses in South Florida achieve their financial goals for years. The Paraplanner will assist in the financial planning process by supporting advisors with coaching, research, preparation, and analysis of client financial plans.
Responsibilities
Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with all Financial Representatives supported
Participate in Development Team meetings to disseminate and gather information for the betterment of the reps and the office
Prepare, or collaborate with others, to develop consistent, high quality life stage appropriate plans for every Financial Representative subscribing to the Financial Planning unit
Prepare, or collaborate with others, to develop an integrated package for Financial Representatives to deliver to their clients as part of a pre-sale package
Compile meeting kits which includes all materials needed for the approach, close, delivery and client review
Collect and input client meeting notes
Maintain compliant electronic client files, complaint files and check and order logs
Manage underwriting process which includes providing, or collaborating with others to provide:
Pre-filling applications
Pre-checking applications for completeness and accuracy
Submitting applications
Scheduling requirements and medical exams
Monitoring of the Daily Status Report (DSR) and take action on cases needing attention
Process, or collaborate with others to open/fund investment accounts and investment service requests such as funds disbursements, account transfers and trade correction requests
Process, or collaborate with others to complete risk product (POS) service requests such as name and address changes, beneficiary changes, updates to Insurance Service Accounts to facilitate the collection of payments, etc
Prepare and manage client communications
Coach to Pacesetter 40; coach representative towards effectively using their time to build clientele; support the activity coaching (quantity & quality) initiative
Other projects as assigned by Director of Operations
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of Financial Planning and Investments
Proven Analytical Skills and experience in Finance
Proficiency in creating detailed and accurate Report Writing
Proficiency in financial software tools and excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational and communication skills
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field preferred but not required