Associate

Job Description

Role Description: The Associate is a client advocate committed to zealously delivering superior customer service, anticipating client needs and working to ensure client goals are consistently met. The Associate role at Symphony Advancement is a full-time hybrid position with office locations in Kansas and Wisconsin. This role requires up to 40% travel including onsite work at various client locations around the country. Under the direction of a Project Manager the Associate will serve clients in a variety of ways, ranging from identification of new financial resources, identification of threats and vulnerabilities, to federal due diligence, procurement procedures and program compliance.

On a daily basis the Associate will aid in project coordination, preparing reports, complex documents and technical papers. This is a challenging role requiring a high level of communication, customer service and individual planning. The position requires consistent follow-through, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

Qualifications:

*A "can do" attitude.
*Uncompromising commitment to superior customer service.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
*Comfort with basic research, data gathering, and information analysis to support projects.
*Competence with productivity tools (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software) and willingness to learn new systems.
*Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment, maintaining reliability and professionalism.
*Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy in documentation, and a process-oriented mindset.
*Customer service or client-facing experience, with a focus on building positive relationships, is beneficial.
*Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
*Interest in mission-driven work and contributing to organizational and community impact.

Compensation for first year Associates ranges from $40,000 to $75,000. We offer a generous set of benefits including 5% matching 401(k) contribution, 16 paid holidays and comprehensive insurance. Applicants are welcome from across the United States. Relocation assistance is available to Wichita or Milwaukee.

About the Employer

Symphony Advancement is a 25 year old Catholic family business dedicated to empowering Parishes and Schools nationwide. Team members work collaboratively to secure new financial resources, manage complex client projects and enhance client mission impact. Symphony clients demonstrate increased campus safety and security, growing schools and are equipped with necessary resources to better serve their communities.