Client Onboarding Associate id-6364

April 10, 2025

Description:

Fortune 100 premier financial services organization – Northwestern Mutual – Los Angeles - is seeking a Client Onboarding Specialist working under the investment operations and asset management division of the organization. The Client Onboarding Specialist will be working with a group of advisors to support the onboarding and servicing of new clients. The perfect candidate is self-motivated, possesses high attention to detail, exceptional problem solving and analytical skills, as well as excellent communication skills. This professional will be responsible for opening accounts, processing distributions, checks, transfers, and deposits; and is a resource to both clients and advisors for any related questions.

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Support:

Operational Execution:

New Client paperwork preparation
Working with clients directly to obtain missing items and/or documents
Obtaining client signatures (e-sign & ink sign)
Submitting accounts for approval and working with compliance
Confirming & initiating all asset movements (cash deposits, transfers/rollovers, etc.)
Confirming & executing on initial investments/trades

Correspondence:

Communicating & coordinating client needs
Exhibits strong communication skills (both written & oral) to maintain and strengthen the client relationship
Keeping financial advisors informed on pertinent updates on each case in their queue

Managing Workflow:

Maintaining organizational skills to adapt and prioritize workflow daily/weekly

Tracking & Monitoring:

Maintain clear & up-to-date records of request & case details, as well as an audit trail of operational action

Qualifications:

SIE, Series 6 or Series 7, Series 63 of Series 66
CA Life & Health preferred
High attention to detail is a must
Two years of relevant work experience
Strategic and proactive mindset, willing to take initiative to drive business operations
High ownership of responsibilities and resourceful with problem solving
Ability to stay organized, be detail-oriented, and have strong follow-through
Excellent communication skills and client service-focused with desire to genuinely help the practice grow.

Benefits:

We believe in building a team that loves what they do and creating a work environment that supports long-term career growth. Accordingly, we provide a rewarding compensation package which includes:

A competitive base salary commensurate to experience
100% medical, dental, and disability insurance provided by employer
Employer-sponsored licensing, professional development, and education opportunities
Paid vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Paid parking

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Financial Services: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Securities Industry Essentials (Required)
Series 6 or Series 7 (Required)
Series 63 or 66 (Required)
CA Life & Health Insurance License (Preferred)
SIE, Series 6 or 7, and Series 63 or 66 (Required)

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