AMP Financial Advisor

Raymond James•Sterling, IL

About The Position

The Advisory Mastery Program (AMP) is a development program that provides training, support, education, and mentorship to prepare trainees for a career as a Financial Advisor. Advisors provide financial advice consistent with clients’ objectives, time horizons, and risk tolerance. The program develops technical and sales skills and supports participants’ long-term growth. Successful AMP Advisors are expected to meet production targets after their first year, contributing to company revenue and helping clients work toward their financial goals. The role involves developing a client pipeline, managing client relationships, assessing financial needs and investment objectives, and recommending suitable investment products, solutions, and services. Advisors build a book of business in line with program goals for assets under management and production. Participants must complete required training and assignments, obtain required industry licenses within prescribed timeframes, pass assessments, and meet minimum performance and production standards. Travel is less than 25%, and the workstyle is listed as Resident. The stated salary range is $35,568 to $85,000. Total compensation may include additional compensation, discretionary bonuses, or commissions. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, critical illness and accident insurance, disability benefits, retirement savings, paid time off, and parental leave. Eligibility and specific offerings may vary by position and employment status.

Requirements

Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and financial data analysis and reporting.
Knowledge of basic principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.
Ability to prepare and deliver clear, effective, and professional presentations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build client relationships.
Excellent problem-solving skills, including identifying client needs through effective questioning and listening.
Persistence in the face of obstacles and optimism in the face of rejection.
Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively in high-stress situations.
Ability to communicate portfolio losses while preserving client loyalty.
Ability to provide a high level of client service while focusing on what is best for clients’ personal wealth management.
Ability to network in the community and effectively market oneself and Raymond James.
SIE required unless an exemption or grandfathering applies; alternatively, ability to obtain it within four months from the start of the program.
Series 7 and Series 66 required, or ability to obtain them within four months from the start of the program.
Life, Health, and Variable Annuity licenses required, or ability to obtain them within six months from the start of the program.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
At least four years of work experience, including sales (preferably intangible) or business experience demonstrating achievement, preferred.
Equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training may be accepted as approved by Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Develop a client pipeline through prospecting, networking, community involvement, centers of influence, and niche development.
Manage the full scope of client relationships by evaluating clients’ financial needs, investment opportunities, current holdings, and available investment capital, and helping clients identify investment objectives.
Recommend investment products, solutions, and services suitable for prospects and clients based on their needs, time horizons, risk profiles, and preferences.
Consult internal resources to identify investment opportunities and solutions for clients.
Develop a book of business consistent with AMP program goals for assets under management and required production.
Complete required program training and assignments, obtain mandatory industry licenses within prescribed timeframes, master assessments, and meet minimum performance and production standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.