Associate Financial Advisor

RBC•Great Barrington, MA

5d•$50,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Associate Financial Advisor participates in and successfully completes the licensing process while gaining industry experience in preparation for a career as a Financial Advisor. The role focuses on learning and integrating the business-building knowledge and competencies needed to attract and retain clients by helping them achieve their financial goals. The Associate Financial Advisor completes program curriculum and assignments on schedule, develops familiarity with RBC Wealth Management tools, technology, policies, procedures, products, services, compliance, planning, marketing, prospecting, and servicing, and reports activities and results as required. The position also involves applying coaching from the sales manager, keeping informed about financial news, complying with regulatory and company requirements, and completing required new-employee orientation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Ability to obtain Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days of beginning employment at RBC.
Ability to take initiative and function independently.
Excellent interpersonal and marketing skills.
Strong drive and dedication.
Demonstrated ability to develop and promote business, with a track record of success.
Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, quick-turnaround environment.

Nice To Haves

Entrepreneurial experience.
Active involvement in a community, athletic, or business group.
Fundraising experience.

Responsibilities

Study for and obtain the licenses required by the Associate Financial Advisor program, including passing the Series 7, Series 66, and life and health insurance exams.
Complete Associate Financial Advisor program assignments within the curriculum timelines.
Learn RBC tools and technology, policies and procedures, products and services, compliance, planning, marketing, prospecting, and servicing through program activities, scenarios, and case studies.
Report activities and results according to Associate Financial Advisor program requirements.
Implement coaching provided by the Associate Financial Advisor sales manager.
Become familiar with RBC Wealth Management.
Maintain awareness of financial news through company-approved online sites, meetings, and other news media to support professional development toward becoming an RBC Financial Advisor.
Comply with regulations and rules of regulatory agencies and company policies.
Complete RBC Wealth Management new-employee orientation online modules and other required training.