Client Services Associate - Financial Services

CLIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE - FINANCIAL SERVICES

Dunham & Associates Investment Counsel, Inc. ("Dunham") is a thought leader in the financial services industry. The way we work is a direct reflection of our company culture; we believe in accountability, putting our clients first, and constantly striving for growth. Since 1985, Dunham has grown to become a multi-billion dollar firm. We work with close to 1,400 Financial Advisors across all 50 states. 

Dunham is an independently owned Registered Investment Adviser and Broker/Dealer. Member FINRA/SIPC, helping Financial Advisors and individual investors reach their long-term goals. The firm's focus is on providing disciplined wealth management solutions and related services. 

As a Client Services Associate, you will be responsible for managing new and existing accounts, including but not limited to, account opening, funding, and ongoing maintenance. This position is the point of contact for issue resolution and client inquiries and entails significant interaction with both clients and financial advisors via phone, email, and other electronic media. Extreme professionalism is required at all times. To excel in this position, the ideal candidate is enthusiastic, team-oriented, and possesses the ability to provide exceptional customer service.

This is an onsite position in San Diego.  We are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Execute mutual fund trade requests and portfolio rebalancing requests;
• Set up, review, and verify new accounts;                            
• Ascertain that policies and procedures for customer requests have been adhered to in accordance with all compliance requirements;
• Work across internal departments (Analysts, Sales, and Operations) to accomplish daily tasks, workflows, and ongoing projects;
• Serve as point of contact for issue resolution and client requests;
• Update financial advisors on progress and resolution of client issues/requests;
• Provide clients and financial advisors with account-related information;
• Support internal departments with campaigns and projects;
• Discuss investment advisory products and platforms with existing and prospective clients.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business or finance;
• Current FINRA SIE, Series 7 and 65/66 license or willingness to complete within designated timeframe;
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a client service role, preferably in the financial services industry;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to contribute and thrive in a lively team-based setting

Dunham offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees who regularly work more than 30 hours per week. Interns and temporary employees are not eligible for these benefits.

Health & Welfare

Medical, Dental & Vision (choices vary by state)
Life and AD&D Insurance (company paid)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
Long-Term Care Insurance (company paid)
Flexible Spending Plans (Medical and Dependent Care)
Employee Assistance Plan (company paid)
Domestic Partner benefits
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Other Great Benefits!

401(k) Plan with generous company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday benefits
Company-Sponsored Events