Paraplanner - Resource Consulting Group

Your Future Team
Resource Consulting Group (RCG), is an independent-minded, fee-only financial planning and investment advisory practice. RCG brings together the key disciplines of investment, estate, tax, retirement, risk management and philanthropic planning to provide fully integrated wealth management. The first and most important thing we do is listen.

Purpose: Helping you live your ideal life.
Niche: Reducing the complexities of wealth through discipline and knowledge
Core Values: Passionate | Balanced | Responsible | Humble | Collaborative
Four Pillars: Credentialed | Stable (longevity) | Collaborative | Comprehensive

Job Summary
We are looking for a Paraplanner to join our team. You will be responsible for data gathering and preparation of planning documents required to gain familiarity of clients’ overall financial situation. You will provide technical support to Wealth Advisors for financial planning meetings and keeping plans current. You will report to the Wealth Advisors. #LI-Onsite

What You’ll Do
• Gather, organize and assess client or prospect data including financial statements, tax returns, estate planning documents, insurance policies and other information needed to develop a financial plan. Summarize / communicate information to the Wealth Advisor.
• Assist Wealth Advisor with preparing client financial plan, financial scenarios and presentations.
• Attend client meetings. Prepare notes after client meetings and complete assigned tasks, depending on complexity.
• Assign, monitor and complete tasks in CRM.
• Assist clients with questions, requests and/or issues related to various financial planning and investment topics.
• Assist in analysis of clients outside holdings.
• Gather information, prepare and follow up on updated net worth summaries and other financial information.
• Request, scan and electronically file client tax returns and update CRM for advisor review.
• Assist with documenting policies and procedures for the development of financial plans and other related workflows.
• Compose and prepare correspondence and client documents, including spreadsheets and reports as required.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients’ professional contacts, i.e. CPAs, attorneys, insurance agents, etc.
• Assist Wealth Advisor in monitoring clients’ portfolios.
Required Skills
• Interpersonal, listening and written/verbal communication skills.
• Must be organized, analytical, able to multi-task and proactively research and solve problems.
• Able to work independently and establish priorities.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, CRM and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of a variety of investment tools.
• Excellent follow-through and communication to team members regarding status of open items.
• Able to work with the highest standards of confidentiality and ethics.
• Team player, able to work well with all levels of the practice, and clients.
What You’ll Bring
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two or more years of experience in a similar position
• Paraplanner designation preferred
• Must be willing to increase knowledge of the industry through continuing education
What We Offer
• Coverage on the first day of employment for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k Matching Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Student Loan Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Benefits (FSA, Pre-tax transportation, HSA Employer Contributions)
Hightower’s Story
Founded in 2008, Hightower is a wealth management firm that provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, as well as 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations. Hightower’s capital solutions, operational support services, size and scale empower its vibrant community of independent-minded wealth advisors to grow their businesses and help their clients achieve their financial vision. Based in Chicago with advisors across the U.S., we operate as a registered investment advisor (RIA).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Hightower is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or have other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.