Client Development Associate Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Salary Range:$50,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:   Sr. Client Service Associate

EMPLOYER: Signature Estate and Investment Advisors Inc

DEPARTMENT: Advisory Team

REPORTS TO: Lead Advisor 

EFFECTIVE DATE: 9/10/2025 

SUMMARY: This position supports the lead advisor with account management and client service needs. As a member of an advisory team, each member works together servicing clients. This will involve assistance in every aspect from introduction with a prospect to onboarding a client to servicing the continuous needs of those clients. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for many aspects of administration and client service for Business Clients and Retail Wealth Clients
• Responsible for New Business (tracking statistics, open new accounts)
• Organize and Manage Portfolio Review, Prospect or Closing Meeting Process for Clients
• Account Maintenance (opening new accounts, follow through, managing transactions, address changes, etc.)
• Prepare paperwork, letters, client reports and other client communications.
• Proactive and immediate resolution of client inquiries – direct client contact
• Scheduling client meetings
• Participation in weekly Staff and Operations Meetings
• Responsible for designing your own, independent workflow and tracking tasks in CRM
• Expectation of initiative to look for ways to streamline processes in order for the firm to be more efficient as a whole. 
• Responsible to document your tasks for the Operations Procedure Manual (screen shots with clear, concise instructions)
• Effective communication with both internal and external contacts including prospects and clients.
• Establish working relationships with colleagues and external clients.
• Handle a variety of tasks and provide connection between advice across all areas of the firm.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university.
• Preferred FINRA licenses Series 7 and 66.
• Computer skills required: Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Order Processing Systems; Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); Presentation software (PowerPoint); and CRM software. 

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.