Branch Operations Assistant
Ann Arbor, MI - USA
Job Summary
About the Role:
Be responsible forthe client service & marketing functions of the branch following a wealth management or portfolio management business approach including any operational functions necessary to meet client service requirements. This highly visible position requires a polished professional withsuperiorcommunication customerserviceand organizationalskill.
The ImpactYoullMake:
Answer inquiries from internal associates and business partners in a professional and pleasant manner. Act as a liaison between financial advisors and internal PWM support teams
Assist the Social Media strategy for the branch including LinkedIn Website X etc.
Seek ways to enhance internal operations for the branch that provide FA(s) business effectiveness and marketability
Maintain Client Relationship Management (CRM) system for Financial Advisor(s) as well asleveragethe platform to manage the client relationship through mailings reporting e-mail tracking and more with the goal ofassistingour teams in implementing well-defined client service models
Collaborate with branch leadership to orchestra student worker and summer intern duties
Process daily check deposits
Maintain knowledge or compliance policies for internal associate inquiries
Maintain schedule of Broker of the Day call log on a quarterly basis for all incoming switchboard inquiries
Plancoordinateand arrange for vendor luncheons etc. Set up andmaintainconference rooms office supplies and restocking
Sort process and route incoming and outgoing mail
Copy fax and file various materials as needed
Log Compliance files. File paperwork such as wires and branch manager daily reports
Perform other duties as assigned
WhatYoullBringto Baird:
High school diploma.Associates orBachelorsdegree preferred not
1 yearspreviouscustomer service or administrative experience; preferably in the financial services industry
Strong technology aptitude with the ability to adopt new tools including AI-enabled solutions preferred
Excellent verbal communication skills; excellent telephone and client service skills
Detailoriented. Critical thinking and proactiveproblem solvingskills
Good analytical skills withabilityto perform semi-advanced math
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to be flexible
Ability to handle clients professionally and manage challenging situations
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) with the ability to learn and effectively navigate Bairds Private Wealth Management technology platforms (Thomson ONE Albridge Envestnet CRM Money Guide Pro Liquid Office etc.). Strong organizational skills -- consistent ability to prioritizework flowof self and Financial Advisorsin order toachieve specific goalsin a timely manner
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Baird is committed to diversity and provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy citizenship national origin age disability military service veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information or any other status protected by law.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Baird is an employee-owned wealth management, capital markets, asset management and private equity firm. Leveraging our deep expertise and broad skills, we're dedicated to providing the best advice and service to our individual, corporate, institutional and municipal clients.