Temporary Associate

About the Role:

As a Temporary Associate, you will support Financial Advisors by assisting with research, client paperwork, meeting preparation, and performance reports. You'll be a point of contact for client inquiries and help ensure efficient service, gaining valuable experience in wealth management operations.

The Impact You’ll Make:

• Support various projects from Financial Advisors (i.e. review reports, research stocks, money managers and funds and investment strategies)
• Process paperwork and documents necessary to assist others in the department, including opening new accounts for existing clients, death distributions, and trade corrections
• Assist with administrative functions including answering phones and responding to basic client questions; Forwards more advanced calls to Client Specialists or Financial Advisors for handling
• Prepare for client meetings and presentations
• Create quarterly performance reports and distribute to clients
• Conduct cost basis research
• Perform additional duties and assist with projects as assigned 

What You’ll Bring to Baird:

• Excellent customer service skills and exceptional telephone etiquette
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and positive attitude
• An interest in financial services and developing a career in wealth management
• Prior office experience in a corporate or university setting preferred
• Experience with the Microsoft Office package

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