Associate Financial Advisor, Rockdale Ave, New Bedford, MA

Santander • New Bedford, MA

3d • $61,875 - $105,000

About The Position

The Associate Financial Advisor helps clients identify financial needs, understand investment objectives, and implement suitable investment and insurance solutions in accordance with regulatory and compliance standards. In partnership with branch leadership and senior investment professionals, the role develops and deepens client relationships, delivers an exceptional client experience, and meets investment sales and revenue objectives. The advisor manages an assigned client portfolio, conducts appointments in person, virtually, and by telephone, and supports branch investment growth through referrals, business development, and collaboration. The position also requires maintaining professional licenses and registrations, accurate client records, required reporting, and compliance with applicable banking, broker/dealer, FINRA, state, and federal requirements.

The role is based at Rockdale Ave in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The posted annual base pay range is $61,875 to $105,000; compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and location. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time without employer sponsorship to commence employment. Frequent minimal physical effort, such as sitting, standing, and walking, is required. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting of light equipment or furniture may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military service, or education.
• At least 5 years demonstrating a superior record of sales achievement while maintaining high ethical standards.
• At least 1 year of experience providing investment guidance and advice to clients.
• NASD licenses 6, 63, 7, and 65 or 66 are required.
• Appropriate state insurance licenses are required.
• Very strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
• Strong social orientation and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and risk evaluation.
• Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people, and identify suitable people for assignments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship to commence employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military service, or education.
• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military service, or education.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed investment sales, revenue, and client engagement goals set by management and the Retail Investments scorecard.
• Conduct in-person, virtual, and telephone client appointments to identify financial needs and recommend appropriate investment and insurance solutions.
• Manage and grow an assigned client portfolio by strengthening relationships, identifying opportunities, and providing ongoing financial guidance.
• Comply with applicable bank, broker/dealer, FINRA, state, and federal regulations governing investment and insurance product sales, including Santander's Uninsured Products Policy Statement.
• Collaborate with Branch Managers, Field Advisors, and Licensed Bank Employees to identify opportunities, generate referrals, and support branch investment growth.
• Coach and educate Licensed Bank Employees and branch partners on products and referral generation to enhance client engagement.
• Participate in sales meetings, training, coaching, and development initiatives to improve advisory skills and business performance.
• Develop and execute business development activities aligned with management objectives and client acquisition strategies.
• Build internal relationships and referral partnerships to support client acquisition and retention.
• Maintain accurate client records, complete operational and administrative requirements, and submit activity and sales reports promptly.
• Maintain required professional licenses, registrations, continuing education, and regulatory training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level