Introduction
Wealth Management firm in Cape Town.
Description
Wealth Management Associate
Market-related Package
Cape Town
A leading boutique wealth and financial planning environment is seeking a highly organised and client-centric Wealth Management Associate (WMA) to support a Wealth Manager in delivering an exceptional client experience to High-Net-Worth and Ultra-High-Net-Worth clients.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong administrative capability, excellent interpersonal skills, and experience within the financial planning or wealth management environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing operational processes, handling client-related administration, ensuring compliance, and supporting the Wealth Manager in delivering seamless wealth management solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Prepare and collate new client onboarding documentation.
- Manage and update client CRM profiles accurately.
- Liaise with internal and external providers regarding client-specific queries and implementation of instructions.
- Resolve and manage administrative queries on behalf of the Wealth Manager.
- Prepare client review packs with support from internal teams where required.
- Ensure deadlines, paperwork, and operational processes are managed efficiently and accurately.
Compliance & Regulatory Support
- Apply knowledge of FAIS and FICA requirements in daily operations.
- Draft and review Record of Advice and Replacement Disclosure documentation.
- Ensure all Client Due Diligence (CDD) requirements are completed in line with regulatory and internal compliance standards.
- Maintain accurate and compliant client records at all times.
Technical & Operational Support
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial products and service providers.
- Compile proposal documents based on Wealth Manager recommendations.
- Assist with Financial Needs Analyses and Retirement Needs Analyses.
- Support the Wealth Manager with high-volume administrative and operational tasks.
Minimum Requirements
- 3–5 years’ experience within a financial planning, wealth management, or financial advisory environment.
- Experience supporting Wealth Managers, Financial Advisors, or Family Officers.
- Solid understanding of FAIS and FICA requirements.
- Commerce or Financial qualification (advantageous).
- CFP® designation (advantageous).
- RE5 qualification (advantageous).
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Experience using Xplan or similar CRM systems advantageous.
Key Competencies
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational and planning ability
- Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
- Professional communication and listening skills
- High level of client service orientation
- Strong sense of accountability and professionalism
- Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach
- Ability to manage high-volume administrative responsibilities efficiently
This opportunity offers exposure to a premium wealth management environment focused on professionalism, client-centricity, and delivering a high-touch Family Office experience.