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Paraplanner

Ameriprise Financial

  • Bellevue, Washington
  • 30+ days ago
  • Remote
  • $78,000–$95,000 Per Year

Highlights

Allegiance Wealth Management practice is a growing, high-performing wealth management team committed to delivering proactive financial planning, strong client service, and scalable operational support as the business continues to expand through both organic growth and acquisition. We are seeking an experienced Paraplanner to join the team in a highly flexible, “utility player” role supporting advisors across planning, trading, client service, and meeting preparation functions.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBellevue, Washington (
Remote
)
IndustryFinancial Services
Salary$78,000–$95,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1894
Websitehttps://www.ameriprise.com/careers

Description

Position: Experienced Paraplanner (Fully Remote Option Available)

Allegiance Wealth ManagementA private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services

Location: Fully Remote (U.S.-based candidates; Midwest/Pacific preferred, other time zones considered)

Allegiance Wealth Management practice is a growing, high-performing wealth management team committed to delivering proactive financial planning, strong client service, and scalable operational support as the business continues to expand through both organic growth and acquisition.

We are seeking an experienced Paraplanner to join the team in a highly flexible, “utility player” role supporting advisors across planning, trading, client service, and meeting preparation functions.

This role is ideal for someone who is already industry-experienced and can step in with a short learning curve, contribute quickly, and operate across multiple functions in a fast-paced advisory environment.

Position Overview

The Paraplanner will serve as a key support resource to advisors by managing meeting preparation, client follow-up, trading support, and ongoing service needs. This individual will also participate in client meetings as needed, ensuring accurate documentation, seamless follow-up, and a high-quality client experience.

This role is designed for a versatile professional who can operate independently while also collaborating closely with advisors and the broader service team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare materials and documentation for client meetings
  • Attend client meetings as a secondary support resource for note-taking and follow-up
  • Complete detailed meeting follow-up tasks, including action items and CRM updates
  • Execute trades and support account servicing requests
  • Provide client-facing support, including responding to service requests and coordinating with advisors as needed
  • Assist in onboarding and ongoing account maintenance activities
  • Maintain accurate and timely updates within CRM and financial planning systems
  • Support advisors in delivering a high level of client service and responsiveness
  • Help manage workflow across multiple households and advisors in a growing practice

Qualifications & Experience

  • 3–5 years of experience in the financial services industry preferred
  • Prior experience in a paraplanner, client service, or operations support role strongly preferred
  • Strong preference for candidates with prior wealth management or advisory firm experience, specifically Ameriprise Financial
  • Active licensing or ability to obtain required licenses:
  • SIE
  • Series 7
  • Series 66
  • Strong understanding of financial services workflows, client servicing, and advisor support
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and follow-through
  • Strong communication and client service skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Experience is prioritized over formal degree requirements

Preferred Experience

  • Financial planning tools (e.g., MoneyGuide or similar platforms)
  • Morningstar
  • PMT / AMT systems
  • CRM platforms (Salesforce or similar)
  • Trading and account servicing systems
  • Prior Ameriprise experience strongly preferred but not required

Growth & Development

This role offers flexibility in career direction based on interest and performance, including:

  • Potential pathway into Associate Financial Advisor (AFA) track
  • Expanded financial planning and client-facing responsibilities over time
  • Opportunity to remain in a long-term paraplanner/utility support role

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience - $78,000 - $95,000
  • Exempt
  • Bonus opportunities based on performance
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance benefit
  • 401(k) with 4% employer match
  • 6-month eligibility period; enrollment begins the following month
  • Paid time off (PTO), accrued and increasing with tenure
  • 11 paid holidays annually

Schedule & Work Environment

  • Fully remote position
  • Collaborative and team-oriented culture with strong communication expectations
  • Occasional flexibility required based on client and advisor needs
  • Strong preference for candidates comfortable working independently in a remote environment
  • Open to most U.S. time zones; Midwest/Pacific preferred

Why Join the Practice?

This is an opportunity to join a growing wealth management practice that values responsiveness, teamwork, and client-first service. You will play a critical role in supporting advisors, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring clients receive a seamless and high-quality experience.

The team culture is collegial, collaborative, and growth-oriented, with a strong emphasis on both professional development and maintaining a supportive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The practice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

A background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process, and successful completion is required for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

About Company

About Ameriprise Financial

Ameriprise Financial combines a team-based atmosphere with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are an organization that emphasizes learning and growth, rewards you for your achievements and fosters a healthy work/life balance.

From our Minneapolis headquarters throughout our offices nationwide, you'll find we live our values every day — client focused, integrity always, excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and communities. We embrace diversity in our ideas, management, employee groups and clients.

Our Investment in You

We provide employees and branch advisors with competitive compensation and rewards. Our comprehensive benefits support your health and help you balance your career and personal life. Ameriprise invests in you through compensation, retirement savings, health benefits, wellness programs, work/life balance programs, veteran benefits, etc.

Your Career at Ameriprise

When you join our corporate team, you receive competitive compensation and incentives, opportunities to share in the company's success plus comprehensive benefits. Our employees also enjoy business resource networks, transportation assistance, community service opportunities, and an on-site cafeteria.

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Thrive in a Respectful, Supportive Environment

We have a diverse, values-based culture that embraces individual differences and encourages you to perform at your peak. We recognize your achievements and understand that work is one of the many important aspects in your life. While maintaining respect for that life balance, we help you advance your career and reach your goals.

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Build a Career that Matters to You

At Ameriprise Financial, we believe that learning is a lifelong endeavor. No matter where you are in your career path, we encourage all employees to take advantage of our professional development programs, offered in a variety of ways. Learn on your own, collaborate with a peer or work with an experienced colleague. Whatever your learning style, Ameriprise gives you the opportunity to reach your potential.

Being an Ameriprise Advisor

Join a strong, ethical company that offers you what you need to build a rewarding career as a financial advisor: Culture & Commitment, Dedication & Support, and Opportunity & Rewards. Ameriprise is committed to helping you achieve the vision you have for your practice. With training in financial planning and the backing of a strong, stable FORTUNE 500® company, you’ll discover unparalleled culture, support, and opportunities to build a successful practice. That’s the Ameriprise Difference.

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Opportunities for Students

Join an inclusive team to gain career-building skills and network in a supportive, high-energy, team-based atmosphere. Learn through real-world work and collaboration with leaders on projects that produce results through our Internship Program or gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills through our full-time Leadership Development Program. You’ll also engage in team-building/social events, volunteer activities, executive leadership seminars, and networking opportunities.

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