Financial Planning Analyst

Financial Planning Analyst (Huntsville & Birmingham, AL)    At Edelman Financial Engines, we believe everyone deserves to move their financial life forward!        We know that assets have the power to fund goals. Those numbers represent individual lifetimes filled with hard work and dreams for our clients and generations to follow. Our clients trust us to guide them forward with compassion, integrity, and invention. We uphold that same standard of respect and dedication for clients and colleagues alike.        Founded on the idea that financial education is a fundamental right for everyone—not just the wealthy, Edelman Financial Engines continues to grow and challenge the status quo. We’re moving forward, together. If our passionate dedication encourages you, we invite you to consider joining our team.        As a Financial Planning Analyst, you’ll serve to assist Financial Planners in ensuring client happiness while following all regulatory issues.        Responsibilities:   

• Performs financial planning analyses for clients including, but not limited to: retirement, investments, estate, tax, education funding, real estate, and risk management needs analysis
• Prepares presentations, research, and supporting materials for client meetings and reviews.
• Conducts assessments of clients and prospects’ evolving financial planning needs through proactively taking initiative to uncover new financial planning opportunities.
• Provides and supervises reports including minimum distributions, performance, billing, insurance policies, and tax consequences.
• Calculates required minimum distributions, income needs, tax consequences, and contributions/withdrawals.
• Provides high-level contact with clients crafted to maintain and improve the client relationship.
• Maintains a proven understanding of the industry, products, and trends.

Requirements:   

• Minimum 1-3 years of financial services industry experience required, specifically in a broker/dealer or registered investment advisor environment.
• FINRA Series 65 Required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or finance; or equivalent proven experience.
• Certified Financial Planner designation preferred.
• Financial Services & insurance sales experience preferred.
• Good understanding of finance and investment markets/securities
• Attention to detail, ability to coordinate work, and follow-up skills are crucial to the successful performance of position responsibilities.
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects and meet deadlines is crucial.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Detailed knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, and Excel is a must.

Edelman Financial Engines takes a market-based approach to pay. The expected base salary range for this role nationally is $77,000 - $102,600. However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including responsibilities, job-related skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans, and 401(k) contributions.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific benefits eligible for this role during the hiring process. About Edelman Financial Engines     Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors – not just the wealthy – deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America’s top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's1. with 145+ offices2 across the country and entrusted by 1.3 million clients to manage more than $245 billion in assets.3 Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client’s situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves. For more information, please visit EdelmanFinancialEngines.com. © 2023 Edelman Financial Engines, LLC. Edelman Financial Engines® is a registered trademark of Edelman Financial Engines, LLC. All advisory services provided by Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C., a federally registered investment advisor. Results are not guaranteed. See EdelmanFinancialEngines.com/patent-information for patent information. AM2789819 For California residents, please see the link for the Privacy Notice for Candidates. California law requires that we provide you this notice about the collection and use of your personal information. Please read it carefully. Edelman Financial Engines encourages success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy; marital, domestic partner or civil union status; national origin, citizenship, ancestry, ethnic heritage, genetic information, age, legally recognized disability, military service or veteran status. Accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in that process. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request one at any time by either contacting your recruiter or HRQ@EdelmanFinancialEngines.com. 1 The Barron’s 2023 Top 100 RIA Firms list, an eight-year annual ranking of independent advisory firms, is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed by the firms, technology spending, staff diversity, succession planning and other metrics. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Investor experience and returns are not considered. 2 Edelman Financial Engines data, as of Dec. 31, 2022. 3 Edelman Financial Engines data, as of Sep. 30, 2023