Associate Financial Advisor

Royal Bank of Canada•Bettendorf, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The objective of the Associate Financial Advisor role is to participate in and successfully complete the licensing process and gain industry experience in order to prepare for a career as a Financial Advisor (FA). The Associate Financial Advisor’s goal is to learn and integrate key business-building knowledge and competencies which FAs must have to help attract and retain clients through helping them achieve their financial goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Ability to obtain Series 7 and Series 66 and life and health insurance exams within 180 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; a track record of success
Ability to make solid decisions in a fast paced, quick turnaround environment

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Study for and obtain the Associate Financial Advisor program’s required licensing
Study and pass series 7 exam.
Study and pass series 66 and life and health insurance exams.
Complete Associate Financial Advisor program assignments within the curriculum’s timelines
RBC tools and technology introduction
RBC policies and procedures
Products and services—including scenarios and case studies
Compliance
Planning, marketing, prospecting, and servicing
Report activities and results per the Associate Financial Advisor program’s requirements
Implement specific coaching from the Associate Financial Advisor sales manager
Become familiar with RBC Wealth Management
Maintain awareness of financial news via company-approved online sites, meetings and various news media to support and advance professional development toward becoming a RBC Financial Advisor
Be knowledgeable and comply with all regulations and rules of various regulatory agencies and company policies
Complete all RBC WM new employee orientation online modules and others as required