Provide diverse administrative support to a team of five Financial Advisors
Create and follow up on reports including reports regarding cash balances, debit balances, Required Minimum Distributions, appointment frequency, and money movements for member accounts
Respond promptly and appropriately to member inquiries via all forms of communications regarding service requests
Prepare and review client paperwork pre and post appointment, ensure paperwork is accurate, complete, and current with industry and agency regulations
Assist with account set up and changes, prepare account portfolio reviews and financial plans, and ensure retention while following NFIS and industry processes and procedures
Stay abreast of federal, industry and/or agency regulations, Navy Federal security updates, fraud alerts, NFIS compliance, policies and procedures, new products and services, system changes, and current marketing efforts
Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
Merrill Lynch
09.2019 - 07.2022
Provided end-to-end onboarding and maintenance activities for new and existing clients
Ensured new account and servicing paperwork requests were completed accurately and in a timely manner
Processed money movement transactions in an efficient and accurate manner
Utilized multiple communication methods to ensure a consistent and exceptional client service experience
Acted as a key team member leading clients' digital experience with the firm to create ease of access and interaction, while protecting their privacy and security
Established effective and efficient routines utilizing tools such as Salesforce
Served as the office branch coach where duties included communicating new changes in technology and processes to the teams in the office to help everyday operations be as smooth as possible
Paraplanner
Nocon & Associates, Ameriprise
01.2018 - 08.2019
Transitioned to a full-time position from an internship within two months of starting where I was able to cross train with each role in the office while obtaining my Series 7, Series 66 and NYS Life and Health Insurance Licenses
Worked closely with the advisor and fellow team members to develop comprehensive financial plans for clients, prepare client review materials, provide preliminary recommendations, and proactively service client accounts
Managed a group of four summer interns and successfully trained them on specific projects while also providing them with a baseline level of knowledge and experience for the various roles in the office
Education
BBA - Financial Planning
SUNY Alfred State College
Alfred, NY
05-2018
Skills
Preparing reports
Issue troubleshooting
Process improvement
Financial acumen
Attention to detail
Data collection and analysis
Adaptability and flexibility
Time management
Collaborative teamwork
MS office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Certification
Completed the FINRA SIE Exam
Currently maintain the following licenses: FINA Series 7, FINRA Series 66, and CA Life and Health Insurance
Accomplishments
Received the Merrill Responsible Service Growth Award in 2020 & 2021
Received the NFFG Sustained Superior Performance Award in 2024
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