Financial Planning Analyst

Overview

As a Financial Planning Analyst at ARA Wealth Strategies, you are a vital technical engine within our planning firm, collaborating with our Planning & Investment and Investment & Insurance Operations associates to deliver sophisticated financial planning services to our clients. In this collaborative role, you are responsible for the hands-on construction and updating of comprehensive financial plans, and preparing the detailed analytics required for high-impact client presentations.

By maintaining a deep understanding of the firm’s strategic wealth management solutions and tools, you ensure that every plan is built with an attention to detail and aligned with the latest market trends and regulatory environments.

This role focuses on the plan preparation and design phases of the process and does not carry immediate direct client relationship management responsibilities but can grow into one. From the outset, you will act as an expert partner to the team, working directly with the Advisor advisory to translate complex client inputs and advisor recommendations into actionable, disciplined strategies. You will actively support our team by staying up to speed on emerging technologies and innovation opportunities, ensuring that the firm continues to provide comprehensive and integrated advice that maximizes value for the families and businesses we serve.

• Own the design, construction, and implementation of plan presentations for clients and prospects ensuring efficient, accurate, and timely execution
• Develop customized planning strategies and construct plans tailored to each prospect/client's specific needs and goals and is consistent with the firm’s planning strategy
• Liaise with the Sophisticated Planning Strategies team regarding complex planning strategies
• Work closely with ARA Wealth Strategies team and Home Office advisors, investment professionals, and support staff to deliver seamless client service
• Ensure client files are prepared prior to a client meeting and the Advisor is prepared to cover items on the agenda
• Proactive client plan analysis; identifying inefficiencies and opportunities, including recommendations and execution of solutions
• Problem-solve with team, client or prospect as roadblocks arise
• Ensure all action items following the client meeting are addressed or assigned to be addressed. Follow up with team to completion of items. Maintain accurate and compliant client records
• Maintain current industry and regulatory knowledge impacting financial planning operations, and update processes as needed to ensure compliance
• Implement Financial Planning best practices and process improvement

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in client servicing role or a related field
• MN Life & Health insurance license required. If not current standing, must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• FINRA Series 7, Series 63 registrations preferred. If not current standing, must be obtained within 180 days of hire
• History of clean compliance record

• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a passion for continuous learning and improvement
• Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy in handling detailed work with elevated level of focus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational & time management skills with ability to set priorities & meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with both clients and team members
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

At ARA Wealth Strategies, we are dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals, primarily serving soon-to-be retirees, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs. Our culture is built on a foundation of growth and transparency, where your attention to detail is highly valued.

• Competitive Compensation:
  We offer a highly competitive salary range for this role, commensurate with industry standards and experience, which includes performance-based bonuses
• Impactful Work:
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