Current Employment Opportunities at M Financial Group

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Associate Principal

Our M Securities Business Development team is looking for an Associate Principal. This person will act as a supervisory principal to ensure compliance with FINRA and SEC regulations and assist
M Securities in fulfilling regulatory obligations for supervision of Branch Offices. They will add value to M’s Member Firms by developing positive relationships and providing efficient and effective services.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate with have a strong aptitude for understanding complex and changing security laws and regulations, combined with an ability to develop relationships and find resolutions to complex problems.
This person will act as the OSJ supervisor for Member Firm offices. In this role they will minimize risk and leverage automation and innovations, resulting in enhanced service to Member Firms and efficiencies for M Securities. They will assist with the development and implementation of supervision programs, policies and procedures for the broker/dealer. They will help with the development of automated processes to enhance broker/dealer efficiencies.
In addition, the Associate Principal will develop positive, solutions-oriented relationships with Member Firms. They will serve as a key point of contact with Member Firms, including the onboarding of new Member Firms and providing ongoing communications and training.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Management or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible, related work experience.
Securities Licenses: Series 7, 24, 53, 63 and 65 or 66 (any licenses not currently held will need to be obtained within 6 months of employment).
Familiarity with the Investment Advisors Act of 1940; Securities Act of 1933 and Investment Company Act of 1940; FINRA and SEC rules; and state regulations.
Strong aptitude for understanding complex and changing security laws and regulations.
Experience with reviewing legal documents.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems, find resolution to those problems, and recommend corrections.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong presentation, training and education skills.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, both internally and externally.
Well-developed computer skills, including the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet and database management programs.
Proven ability to keep track of, prioritize, and report status of multiple projects.
Ability to work effectively, both independently as well as a member of a team.

Director, Technology Information Security and Architecture

M Financial Group is looking for a Director, Technology Information Security and Architecture. This person will lead the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, support and daily operations of the company’s infrastructure, help desk, and security initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Manage a team of Technology team members, vendors and outside consultants.
Develop recommendations and supervise the selection, implementation and support of data, voice transmission, and processing technology, including networks, computer hardware, systems software telephony, internet access, and office technology.
Determine the applicability of current regulations and best practices; develop, implement and enforce Technology security policies and procedures.
Direct and, as necessary, perform day-to-day operations and administration of technical infrastructure, including servers, firewalls, switches, routers, remote access devices and other technologies as required.
Lead first, second and third-tier support of systems and applications including deployment, operations, administration, maintenance and enhancements.
Identify and procure products, services and technology to support technology operations.

Qualifications—General:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business or computer related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of ten years progressively responsible, related experience with data and voice communications technology and desktop hardware and software implementation and support.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills with proven ability to keep track of, prioritize, and report status of multiple projects.
Demonstrated progressive experience managing IT technicians, engineers, vendors and consultants.
Ability to provide excellent customer service to M Financial Group’s Member Firms, Carriers and internal team members.
Highly professional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.

Qualifications—Technical:

Strong knowledge of and experience with multiple operating systems and servers, including Windows and Linux, SQL Server, IIS, SharePoint and Exchange.
Extensive knowledge of MS Active Directory.
Knowledge of and experience with firewalls, routers, IDS/IPS, DLD/DLP, switches and other networking devices.
Proficiency with failure, backup and recovery processes as well as experience performance analysis, failure mode analysis and remediation processes.
Knowledge of and experience with three-tiered application architecture management.

Intermediate Accountant – Finance Team

M Financial Group is looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join the Finance Team. This position will work closely with members of the Finance Team and the M Holdings Securities team.

Responsibilities:

Develop and prepare various analytical reports related to financial results, trends and benchmarks. Summarize effectively and communicate key information to management.
Prepare a variety of financial reporting packages, journal entries, and reconcile general ledger accounts.
Analyze vendor data to ensure it is accurate, commensurate with payment schedules, and being reported appropriately.
Perform M Securities gross dealer concessions and retention analysis and develop other ad hoc reports.
Perform M Securities trade reporting and analysis and related chargeback exposure analysis.
Prepare supporting schedules and work effectively with external auditors; work with internal audit team on internal control procedures.
Serve as project manager and project team member on various Financial Team or M Securities projects.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with accounting emphasis preferred.
Minimum of two years of related accounting experience, with demonstrated ability to progressively assume increased responsibility.
Well-developed computer skills with proficiencies in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Experience with general ledger processing, financial reporting, data analysis and account reconciliations strongly preferred.
Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative, drive, orientation to goal accomplishment, attention to detail and organizational skills.
Effective analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to be flexible and work with changing requirements and priorities.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Financial Team members, other M Financial Group team members, Member Firms, Carriers and other external parties.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Receptionist

M Financial Group is looking for a Receptionist. This person will be responsible for presenting a refined and professional face for M Financial Group. Key areas of accountability include managing the Front Desk operations, providing customer service to both guests and M Team members, and various administrative projects in support of all departments.

Responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for managing the switchboard, which includes efficiently answering all incoming calls, directing callers, answering questions, taking messages and screening calls to minimize solicitations. They will greet all visitors, notify M Team members of guest’s arrival, and arrange transportation for visitors. The Receptionist will also schedule courier service and accept deliveries. All of these duties must be carried out in a friendly and professional manner.

This position will provide administrative support to all departments at M by assisting with special projects, which may include proofreading, word processing, scanning, researching, filing, and data entry. They will act as point of contact for facility vendors and assist with stocking, organizing, and maintaining meeting service supplies. They will also serve as back-up to the mail and production area as needed.

In addition, the Receptionist will be responsible for issuing key cards, submitting maintenance requests to the property management company, and setting up parking in the building as needed. They will also update the company intranet site daily and as requested.

Qualifications:

Minimum of one year related work experience with demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service at all times.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in person, over the telephone, and via overhead paging system.
Proficient using a computer and a variety of software applications and database management including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team as well as independently.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
Visual acuity for proofreading and document preparation.

Senior Client Service Analyst

M Financial Group is seeking a Senior Client Service Analyst (CSA) to join our Information Technology Group. This position is responsible for managing the technical support program that
M Financial Group provides to Member Firms, internal staff, and business partners. Support services are offered Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. PT – 5:00 p.m. PT with critical support offered 24 x 7 x 365.

Responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for managing the technical support program, including supervision of the tier one technical support team. The successful candidate will provide tier two support to internal and external users of M Financial systems and services, including web-based CRM, proprietary applications, and system performance trouble-shooting. They will facilitate issues through resolution, escalating to tier three support as needed.
The Senior CSA will have responsibility to develop communications to the user community; document procedures related to all standard operating procedures for Technical Support processes and Business Continuance processes; and act in a liaison role with Member Firms for a variety of initiatives and projects.
They will also provide reporting analysis on all support activity to management on a monthly and quarterly basis in the form of a formal presentation with recommendations for performance improvement.
In addition, this position will develop and deliver training for technology applications and products. This will include developing methods to optimize the use of hardware, software applications, and other technology-related tools.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business or computer related field.
Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience including management, supervisory, or leadership experience.
Demonstrated experience in program development, including team development and process documentation.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems and applications, Customer Relations Management (CRM) systems, security software, hardware configuration, troubleshooting/ maintenance, basic Active Directory and Internet Explorer.
Demonstrated ability to analyze service statistics and develop tactical and strategic improvement recommendations.
Basic technical writing skills and understanding of curriculum development and teaching techniques.
Exceptional organizational skills, with the proven ability to deal with changing requirements/ priorities, provide follow through, and manage multiple projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and problem-solving skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with M Financial Group staff, Member Firms, Carriers and vendors.

To apply to any of the open positions, please send your resume and salary requirements to:

M Financial Group
Attn: Human Resources
PO Box 2207
Portland, OR 97208-2207
Fax: 503.414.7223
Email: Human Resources

Current Employment Opportunities at M Benefit Solutions

Associate, Client Administration

M Benefit Solutions is seeking an Associate in the Client Administration department. This position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of a wide variety of nonqualified benefit plans for corporate and bank clients. Other duties include gathering and verifying data, inputting data into M Benefit Solutions’ proprietary systems, and producing reports for our clients. This position’s responsibilities are complex and time sensitive.

Responsibilities

The Associate, Client Administration, will be responsible for understanding a wide variety of activities associated with administering nonqualified benefit plans and life insurance reporting. They will interact with clients on a routine basis, managing client requests and inquiries, and track and update the master workflow calendar.
The successful candidate will prepare benefit statements and cash value reports based on established standards and within compliance guidelines and monitor and prepare billing and invoice statements as required.
This person must effectively respond to client questions on benefit and life insurance issues, concepts, and data analysis as well as research and develop an understanding of M Benefit Solutions’ plan design approach and position on benefits and insurance related topics. They must maintain an in-depth knowledge of specific client plans and procedures and deliver exceptional administrative service.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics or related field.
Minimum of four years of related experience in accounting, insurance or employee benefits (banking industry experience a plus).
Desire to become proficient in the subject matter.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with M Financial Group staff, Member Firms, Carriers and vendors.
Excellent customer service skills and experience.
Proven ability to deal with changing requirements/priorities, provide follow through, and manage multiple projects.
Ability to maintain sensitivity and awareness of confidentiality, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work effectively independently as well as a member of a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Well-developed computer skills including proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Access - experience with any proprietary system software a plus.
Insurance license and/or Series 6 license required (any licenses not currently held will need to be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment).

M Benefit Solutions
Attn: Human Resources
PO Box 2207
Portland, OR 97208-2207
Fax: 503.414.7223
Email: Human Resources