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Investment Management, Financial Planner Assistant

RG 146 Registered with specialisations in Financial Planning, Life Insurance, Superannuation, Managed Investments, Securities, Foreign Exchange, Derivatives, Deposit Products and Non-Cash Payments. Since June 2010, I have been working in the USA (NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY area) in the trading industry and as well doing financial adminstration work.

Work Preferences

Desired Salary
50,000 - 60,000 per year  
Availability
Immediately  
Desired Job Type
Full Time  
Can Travel for Work
Interstate Only  
Highest Education Level
Bachelor Degree  
Current Location
Melbourne  
Willing to relocate?
No
Residency / Visa
Australian Citizen

Skills Profile

Financial Advisor/Associate
Financial Planner (High-Net-Worth)
Financial Planner (Retail)
Financial Planner (Risk Focused)
Financial Planning Assistant
Graduate Positions
Insurance (general)
Insurance (Life)
Other
Paraplanner
Portfolio Administrator
Superannuation Administrator
Superannuation Consultant
Technical Skills Skill Last Used Yrs. Exp.  
  Charles Schwab Street Smart Pro 2012 2  
  Microsoft Excel 2012 7  
  Microsoft Word 2012 7  
Other Skills
Achieved the award ‘Best Investment Products Selections’. (Reznin Metal Corp, Oct 2011)Assisted in managing and maintaining high new worth accounts of almost half a million dollars. (Sep 2011 – Feb 2012)  Ranked top 10 in Paris Miki Optical for three consecutive months to sell the most frames in the entire Australia. (Jan 2010 – Mar 2010) Was chosen to participate in a financial planning student training in AXA Australia. (Sep 2008) Completed major financial planning projects with a High Distinction grade that involved developing ‘Statements of Advice’ (Financial Plan) for couples including portfolio and asset management, investment strategies, recommendations on investments, cash flow statements, balance sheets and a forecasted balance sheet for retirement. (Financial Planning - 2008) Completed a major superannuation and retirement planning project with Distinction grade that involved in planning a couples retirement 20 years into their future. (Retirement and Estate Planning - 2008) Achieved a High Distinction for an interpersonal skills and conflict management course. (Feb 2008) 

Employment History

Job Title
Investment Administration Officer
Industry
Accounting and Finance
07/2010 to 02/2012
  • Jun 2010 – Feb 2012           Investment Administration Officer(Full Time)                                                                

                                              Reznin Metal Corp

                                               Ramsey, New Jersey,U.S.A

    Main duties included:

    • Consult with clients about their financial goals and current market movements and directions before meeting with the Senior Financial Advisor
    • Follow up of clients statement of advice when necessary (Changes in fees, investment strategy, new investment options)
    • Set up regular meetings with clients
    • Constantly researching for new investment products
    • Preparation of fund valuations and fund risk reports
    • Prepare the required data and information before every fund manager meeting
    • Prepare information for the marketing department to help keep investors informed of the multi-manager team's activity and performance
    • Maintain the private client list
    • Liaise with legal and compliance when required to ensure all agreements are suitable and up to date (such as non-disclosure agreements)
    • Ensure that outsourced investment strategies are being supported with timely and accurate data, commentary and dealing
    • Active stock and commodities trader through Charles Schwab investment group
    • Investment management and maintenance of high net worth accounts
    • Analyse risk profiles
    • Analysing and reporting current and futures data of Dow Jones and NASDAQ
    • Accounts payable and receivable
    • Billing and invoices

     

    Skills learnt: Working closely withthe Senior Financial Advisor, I got an in depth understanding of how to managea portfolio of a client, based on their financial goals and their risk profile.As an active trader, I developed a high level understanding of the stockmarkets specially the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ, and howdifferent economic factors effects stock prices and financial markets all overthe world. Most of the accounts which I was managing and trading from were highnet worth accounts of almost half a million dollars (will provide proof ifneeded). I learned about the timing of trade, quantity of trade through variousstock and commodities trades. Through researches for different investments andtrading opportunities I gained an understanding of a number of major companiesand investment products. Ability to work and keep up with the fast paceenvironment of New York City (Manhattan). Ability to meet very tight and strictdeadlines. Learnt how to write a business plan.

Job Title
Frame Stylist & Sales Associate
Industry
Healthcare
04/2008 to 05/2010
  • Apr 2008 – May 2010             FrameStylist/Sales Assistant

                                                  (PartTime and Full Time)

                                                  Paris Miki Optical

                                                  Northland andDoncaster, Victoria

     

    • Payroll
    • Stocktaking
    • Merchandising
    • Organising a rotating roster
    • Adjusting frames
    • Money handling and in charge of safe
    • Responding to customer queries and handling conflicts
    • Filing and documentation
    • Maintaining computerized stock control register
    • Advising customers on availability of items
    • Advise customers on their frame choices depending on lens type, prescription and face shape
    • Assisting customers on choosing the correct lens type and material according to the spectacle prescription
    • Training and managing staff on a number of occasions

     

    Skills Learnt: Reading and understandingspectacle and contact lens prescription. Developed high levels of qualitycustomer service skills and sales skills through the selling process andrecommending products and services. Gained leadership and managerial skills inthe manager’s absence. Developed effective communication skills in the processof sales and marketing the products and also during disputes between customersor insurance companies. Gained a basic understanding of contact lenses. Capacityto prioritise tasks and work under pressure in a team environment. Acquired excellent leadership skills through delegatingduties to staff and keeping them motivated.

Job Title
Shop Assistant
Industry
Retail
11/2005 to 06/2007
  • Nov 2005 – Jun 2007:               Shop Assistant (Part Time)

                                               7-Eleven

                                             Eltham, Victoria

     

    • Organising shop displays and stocking up shelves
    • Assisting customers and customer service
    • Maintaining a fully computerized cash register
    • Keeping shop clean and tidy    
    • Handled customer complaints
    • In charge of safe
    • Watch the security camera TVs

Qualifications

Completed Institution Degree / Qualification
2009 La Trobe University Bachelor Degree