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The Associate II, Investments & Planning provides operational, analytical, project management, and risk support to the First Investments & Planning program within Wealth Management. This role serves as a key contributor to program efficiency, risk management, and cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate brings foundational investment services experience and demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a regulated, deadline-driven environment. This role is designed to flex across multiple domains as program needs evolve.

About This Role:

Reporting & Analytics

• Partner with Program Manager and Regional Sales Manager on creating and maintaining effective and actionable business unit reporting.
• Produce and distribute recurring performance and operational reports (weekly/monthly/quarterly cadence).
• Support dashboard development and ad hoc analysis requests from leadership.
• Support ongoing reporting needs of the OSJ to facilitate effective Risk Management objectives.

New Associate Onboarding

• Coordinate logistics for First Investments & Planning employees onboarding to include system access, training schedules and materials.
• Serve as a point of contact for onboarding questions and escalate unresolved issues appropriately.
• Maintain and update onboarding documentation to reflect current processes and program requirements.
• Track onboarding completion milestones and flag gaps to the RSM and Program Manager.

Support Program Initiatives

• Assist in the planning and execution of strategic program initiatives, including scoping, tracking, and status reporting.
• Follow up with key stakeholders to ensure timely and effective completion.
• Maintain project trackers and ensure action items are documented and followed up on.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and surface recommendations for process improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support change management initiatives across the business unit.
• Collaborate on workflow optimization projects and problem-solving initiatives.
• Identify and escalate cross-functional blockers to the Program Manager with proposed resolution paths.

OSJ Branch Audit & Marketing Review Support

• Assist in the preparation and coordination of OSJ branch audits.
• Ensure pre-audit checklists and materials are complete and submitted on schedule.
• Coordinate review and approval of marketing materials through compliance workflows.

Coordination of Conference Planning & Execution

• Organize and create materials, agendas, and logistics documentation to support regional and program wide conferences.
• Maintain event timelines and ensure all stakeholders meet key deadlines.

Technology Support & Coordination

• Act as the primary escalation point for technology issues impacting the Investments & Planning team.
• Submit and track ServiceNow tickets for program technology updates.
• Communicate status updates to affected team members and escalate unresolved issues appropriately.
• Support and coordinate testing across the program and division, as needed, for technology updates and enhancements.

Key Skills

• Data Analysis, Report Generation, Excel/BI Tools
• Project Tracking, Deadline Management, Multi-Tasking
• Understanding of Compliance/Regulatory environment
• Strong Technology Aptitude
• Accuracy and rigor in documentation and reporting

The Ideal Candidate for This Role:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, related field, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of Broker Dealer or RIA experience
• Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to create and analyze business unit reporting with accuracy and timeliness.
• Self-directed with a demonstrated ability to identify problems and drive solutions
• Demonstrate strong collaboration skills with internal and external partners to complete assigned business unit priorities.
• Effectively demonstrate professional judgement and ethical decision-making in a regulated environment.
• Proven ability to multi-task while adhering to multiple timetables of completion.

Desired:

• FINRA S7, S66, & S24 (or S9/10) - or willingness to obtain.
• Strong understanding of brokerage, advisory and insurance products, and accounts.
• Familiarity with FINRA regulations and OSJ audit processes

Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

Compensation:

Compensation range (base pay): $63,288.00-$104,425.00

This role may have a specific starting pay within this range.

Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Work Environment:

It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Benefits Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• 401k, With Matching Contributions

• Time Off Programs

• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care

• Employee Banking

• Growth Opportunities

• Tuition Assistance

• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Learn more about FNBO benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/.

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Job number: R-20261299

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