Associate Wealth Management Advisor- Laguna Beach

U.S. Bank • Laguna Beach, CA

8d • $65,000 - $80,200

About The Position

This is a developmental Financial Advisor role at the Associate level. Working under the guidance of and in partnership with a senior advisor, the Associate Advisor develops skills to consult with existing and prospective customers about their financial goals, objectives, and current financial position. The role conducts due diligence on lower-segment clients’ and prospects’ financial situations and recommends financial products suited to their financial status, objectives, risk tolerance, and tax exposure.

The advisor develops expertise in the securities industry and markets, analyzes and interprets customers’ and prospects’ investment objectives in light of relevant factors, and provides customized investment advice while complying with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies. The role also engages in business development and promotional activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least two years of industry-related experience in a financial sales or wealth position.
• FINRA Series 7, 65, or 66 and state insurance licenses required.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of the securities industry and markets.
• Well-developed analytical and decision-making skills to provide customized investment and financial planning advice.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer software programs, including Microsoft Office, and ability to use recommended desktop planning tools and processes.

Responsibilities

• Consult with existing and prospective customers to determine financial goals, objectives, and current financial position.
• Conduct due diligence on lower-segment clients’ and prospects’ financial situations.
• Recommend financial products suited to customers’ and prospects’ financial status, objectives, risk tolerance, and tax exposure.
• Develop knowledge of the securities industry and markets.
• Analyze and interpret customers’ and prospects’ investment objectives and provide customized investment advice.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Participate in business development and promotional activities.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Basic term and optional term life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave.
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacation, from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure.
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities.
• Adoption assistance.
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
• Eligibility for incentives based on employee production under the applicable incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

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