Associate Financial Advisor

Company: Confidential
Location: Bowie
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

We are helping our client find the right person to join their growing team! We are seeking an experienced Associate Financial Advisor who enjoys working with clients and providing exceptional administrative support.
Our team is growing! We are seeking an experienced Service Advisor to join our team to manage existing client relationships. You will not be required to build a book of business. You will have the opportunity to grow into a Lead Advisor over time, if desired. Who We AreWe are a Hybrid Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) located in Bowie, MD. We work with clients wherever they are in life. Our primary focus is to help them create a plan that reflects their values and way of thinking, suits their current circumstances, grows to fit their changing needs, and is flexible enough to accommodate the unexpected along the way. Whether it is losing a spouse, preparing for retirement, or starting a family, we are there for our clients. We are strongly committed not only to our clients but to our community. We support a number of charitable organizations, and we encourage staff to get involved with organizations that are special to them. Who You AreYou are passionate about financial services and helping others. You enjoy developing strong relationships and are the consummate professional in the way you work with clients, colleagues, and others. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, understand the financial planning process, and have excellent time management and multitasking skills. You believe client service should be exceptional, whether in person, over the phone or through email. You believe that learning never stops so you proactively take steps to remain up to date on industry knowledge. Exceptional detail orientation comes naturally to you, and you can communicate complex financial planning concepts in a way that is easy for clients to understand. Flexibility, versatility, and adaptability are essential for this role.
More About the PositionThe service advisor role is vital to the firm's continued success. In this role you will be responsible for gaining a deeper understanding of the clients' wants, needs, wishes, and working to bring them to life. You will also analyze the income and asset situation of clients at least once annually to review and update the client's financial situation. You will work with advisors and other team members in the firm to ensure your activities are conducted in accordance with established procedures and compliance requirements. Technology is key to completing work assignments, so you are highly proficient with financial planning software and have an ability to learn new software quickly.
We have the tools and resources to support your efforts, ensuring you are set up for success. We believe in the continued growth and development of our employees and there are advancement opportunities available based on your success in the role. We offer a comfortable, professional, work environment.
The salary range for the position is $50-60,000, and is negotiable depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Primary Responsibilities: - Assist clients in meeting their unique financial objectives on an ongoing basis. - Recommend plans to help clients achieve their goals and identify appropriate investment and insurance solutions for estate issues, tax considerations, retirement planning or business planning objectives. - Provide exceptional client service by responding to client inquiries and work effectively with affiliated professionals who also serve the clients. - Comply with all FINRA/SEC/Broker/Dealer/Firm compliance regulations; satisfy continuing education requirements.
Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in Business; advanced degree/designation, a plus (e.g., MBA, CFP -, CPA, etc.)
• Prior enrollment or willingness to enroll in CFP Certification Program
• Minimum of 1-year relevant experience within financial services
• FINRA Series 7 and/or Series 66 registrations
• Experience working with NFS processes and forms, a plus
• Excellent knowledge and communication of financial planning concepts and terminology
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong verbal/written communications skills
• First-hand knowledge of third-party asset management systems, including how they work, their benefits, and their drawbacks a plus
• Comfort discussing estate planning issues or identifying and referring to another professional as appropriate
• Proficiency with computer programs, including MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, Morningstar -, and financial planning software.
• Ability to establish rapport with clients and coworkers
• Sophisticated organizational skills with both physical resources (e.g., files, manuals, papers) and nonphysical resources (e.g., calendars, appointments, events, client contact records, images)
  Our values center on teamwork, collaboration, commitment to helping others, honesty, and accountability to ourselves and our clients. If what you've read resonates with you, please email your resume with a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position. We look forward to meeting you!

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