Associate Financial Advisor
About The Position
Are you an ambitious financial services professional looking to accelerate your career in wealth management? Northern Trust Securities, Inc. (NTSI) is seeking an Associate Financial Advisor who is eager to learn, grow, and develop into a trusted advisor for high-net-worth clients. In this role, you'll work alongside an experienced Senior Financial Advisor, gaining hands-on exposure to client relationship management, financial planning, investment solutions, and business development. You'll partner with industry-leading specialists across Northern Trust Asset Management, Capital Markets, and third-party investment providers to help deliver sophisticated wealth management strategies and exceptional client experiences. Most importantly, this position offers a structured pathway toward managing your own client relationships and ultimately building a personal book of business as a Financial Advisor.
Requirements
- 1-3 years of experience in wealth management, brokerage, investment advisory, or financial services. Direct sales experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- FINRA licenses required: SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 (or Series 63/65).
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented mindset with a passion for helping clients achieve their financial goals.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Knowledge of investment products and financial markets; options experience is a plus.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).
Nice To Haves
- Direct mentorship from an experienced Financial Advisor.
- Exposure to sophisticated wealth management and investment solutions.
- Opportunity to work with high-net-worth clients.
- Clear career progression toward becoming a lead Financial Advisor.
- Collaborative environment with access to industry experts and resources.
- Ability to develop both relationship management and revenue-generating skills.
- Options experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Partner with a Senior Financial Advisor to support and deepen client relationships.
- Participate in client meetings and assist with financial planning, portfolio reviews, and investment recommendations.
- Conduct investment and market research to support client conversations and planning opportunities.
- Learn and utilize financial planning technology, including eMoney, to help develop comprehensive client strategies.
- Collaborate with internal specialists and business partners to deliver customized wealth management solutions.
- Support business development efforts through client outreach, relationship expansion, and portfolio conservation initiatives.
- Assist with account administration, servicing requests, and regulatory documentation.
- Develop the knowledge and confidence necessary to independently manage client relationships over time.
Benefits
- retirement benefits (401k and pension)
- health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
- paid time off
- parental and caregiver leave
- life & accident insurance
- other voluntary and well-being benefits
- discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
