Financial Planning Analyst

Job Number: 5922

Job Number: 200003JK

External Description: Thank you for your interest in a position with the AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company (Equitable).

We are currently seeking a Financial Planning Analyst who will be c ontributing to the team that Supervises the financial planning process for IAR tools through collaboration with Advisors. Ensure quality of advice through collaboration with the advisor for utilizing all supported tools (both comprehensive, and goal/needs based). This support includes inbound and outbound call support, financial planning case design, and one-on-one consultations. Identify gaps in financial plans and assisting our Advisors in bridging the gap. Review plans for input errors and validates the reasonableness of the plan against client's asset goals and risk tolerance to develop strategic insights and recommendations on developments influencing AXA Advisors' life, annuity, and advisory business.

Responsibilities:

In this role, the Financial Planning Analyst is responsible for:

- The supervision of the financial planning process and ensuring the quality of advice for both fee and non-fee plans though collaboration with Advisors.

- Supporting Advisors through the financial planning process. This includes 800 phone support, financial planning case design, and one-on-one consultations.

- Review and approval of financial planning and investment advisory activities.

- Ensuring the Written Supervisory Procedures (WSPs) are being followed and maintaining timely and accurate documentation of compliance with the WSPs.

The Senior Financial Planning Analyst should be able to:

- Research and resolve issues in a timely and quality manner, and escalate more complex issues to department leadership where and when appropriate

- Understand the process to approve Financial Plans in accordance with the WSPs of the team, as well as contribute to the continuous improvement of the process

- Provide subject matter expertise for training and development of Advisors, Financial Planning team employees and the Wealth Management department in general

- Conduct training for Advisors on the financial planning process and use of financial planning software tools via webinars or in-person as needed

- Understand and manage asset allocation model updates and associated risk tolerance questionnaires, as well as coordinating with Financial Planning software vendors

- Lead and/or participate in process improvement and technology projects as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

Skills/Knowledge Requirements:

- Working knowledge of retail financial services industry as well as background in financial planning and/or advanced markets.

- Strong experience with Microsoft Excel, Project, eMoney, and NaviPlan.

- Excellent communications skills - both written and verbal

- Detail oriented.

- Commitment to learning and expanding knowledge of financial services.

- Ability to handle multiple tasks and/or projects.Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Minimum of 3 - 6 years relevant experience required in a financial services environment including planning, retirement & wealth management
• FINRA Series 7, 24 & 66
• Advanced designations preferred (e.g. CFP, CPA, JD or ChFC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Accounting or Finance Degree preferred
• Software vendor management experience a plus
  

About Equitable
We have been providing stability and reliability to our clients since 1859 to help them live their lives with confidence, to give them peace of mind, and enable them to realize their dreams for their loved ones and their legacy.

As an employer, Equitable is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels completely comfortable bringing their true selves to work every day. Equitable has been recognized and certified as a great place to work by the Great Place to Work Institute.

We provide our employees opportunities to move within our organization so they can grow their career and skills without ever having to leave Equitable. Almost 40% of our open jobs are filled with current employees.

In addition to competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package including 401(k) and medical programs, we offer the opportunity for continued professional development in a congenial corporate environment.

Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.

NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2195 or email us at TalentAcquisition@equitable.com.

Community / Marketing Title: Financial Planning Analyst

Location_formattedLocationLong: Charlotte, North Carolina US