Associate Financial Advisor

Benjamin F Edwards & Co•Peoria, IL

8d•$60,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Financial Advisor role is a crucial steppingstone for aspiring financial advisors, providing valuable experience and opportunities to develop skills while contributing directly to the team’s client service and financial planning efforts. The Associate Financial Advisor must be able to work across the team and across the firm to respond quickly and accurately to client questions and concerns, with a focus on the ongoing management, retention, and expansion of existing client relationships. The Associate Financial Advisor is an integral member of the advisory team and is responsible for delivering a consistent, positive client experience to help ensure all commitments are completed and delivered in a timely manner.

Requirements

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Professional presence with strong client service and interpersonal skills across a wide variety of communication channels (in-person, over the phone, and using video technology).
Computer proficiency with basic applications (Office 365), and a proven ability to learn other software and technology.
A keen attention to detail that anticipates client and advisor needs and leaves no stone unturned.
An ability to manage a variety of tasks from a variety of sources and prioritize execution appropriately in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Must be able to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
Quality of Work: the way the responsibilities are completed with accuracy, thoroughness, responsiveness, and good decision-making.
Interpersonal Skills: the effectiveness of an individual’s interactions with others and as part of a team and their level of participation.
Communication Skills: the ability to express information to others through writing and speaking and the willingness to do so with tact and diplomacy.
Approach to Work: the posture an employee takes while performing assignments. Approaches encouraged include actively seeking new ways to improve processes, a willingness to take risks, being to new ideas and approaches, remaining organized yet flexible, being punctual and reliable.
Quantity of Work: the level of an employee’s success in producing the required amount of work through effective prioritization and time management.
Securities licensing (SIE/Series 7, and 63/65 or 66) required
Progression towards the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification

Nice To Haves

Previous client facing roles in the advisory space a plus.
Career changers with transferable skills will also be considered.
Experienced in Pershing/NetX360, Salesforce, Orion, and MoneyGuidePro.

Responsibilities

Works with existing clients to gather financial information, analyze data, and develop financial plans using the MoneyGuidePro planning software.
Provides extensive support to lead advisor in client meetings – from preparation of client reports and agendas to note-taking during the meetings to post-meeting activities including documenting next steps and items for execution.
Effectively leverages internal technology tools like Orion’s Wealth Management Platform, Salesforce CRM, and Pershing’s NetX360.
Upon licensing, works with advisors and clients on the execution of orders in Brokerage and Advisory accounts.
Monitor and review client portfolios, conduct research and analysis to identify potential investment opportunities, and recommend adjustments based on changing market conditions and individual client circumstances.
Support the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that support business objectives and promote the company's brand and services.
Develop an understanding of firm policies, procedures, and firm capabilities to deliver fully for clients.
Manages events, webinars and seminars by organizing, marketing and setting up the venue in collaboration with the Financial Advisor.