Financial Advisor I

First Community Bank•Bluefield, WV

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Advisor I provides financial advice to clients based on knowledge of investment and tax strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. They may assist the Branch Manager (BM) and/or other Financial Advisors (FA) in the establishment and maintenance of accounts that are current to prospective clients and, within their level of experience, licensing and registration, handle routine transactions and account relationships while supporting the assigned BM and/or FAs. They provide the highest quality of service to every customer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent education and work related experience
Extensive knowledge of financial markets and investment strategies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service
Ability to consistently set a positive example for fellow employees
Demonstrated proficiency using brokerage and banking platforms and common office software and systems
Ability to sit in front of a computer for extended periods of time
Ability to travel, occasionally overnight

Nice To Haves

Two years of related experience preferred
License to sell at least one financial product (Series 6, Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65, state insurance license, etc.) preferred
Additional professional designations preferred: CFP® or similar certification

Responsibilities

Meet with clients to gather, discuss, and assess personal financial information such as current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial goals and objectives, assets, liabilities, risk tolerance, and other information necessary for financial planning.
Based on analysis of personal financial data, develop strategies and plans to help clients meet financial goals.
Monitor plan performance for clients; realign and redistribute funds to maintain objectives.
Maintain knowledge of new and emerging investment trends and opportunities.
Support assigned BM and/or FAs by reviewing and submitting account paperwork to Broker/Dealer and/or annuity and mutual fund companies for processing and creating client files.
Maintain appropriate records as required for all transactions and follow through to confirm all elements of a transaction are successfully implemented.
Answer telephone calls and respond to customer requests and service issues.
Research customer account issues including account errors, name and address changes, dividend payment modes, and status of securities.
Assist BM and/or FAs with coordination of business plan elements for prospecting to secure new clients such as coordinating strategic partner seminars or branch meetings and regular and consistent communications such as direct mail campaigns and scheduling review meetings to help retain existing clients.
Perform clerical duties including typing of general correspondence, making copies, ordering supplies, filing and other special assignments, and projects.
Build additional skills and knowledge in the industry including obtaining additional licenses and certifications as appropriate.
Complete continuing education as required by professional designations, and to meet licensing and regulatory requirements and/or participate in elective industry related seminars and conferences or other training, as assigned, within the expected timeframes.
Refer clients to other bank services.
Understand, report, respond to, manage, and monitor the risk encountered daily as required by First Community Bank’s Risk Management Program.
Ensure compliance with regulatory laws and Company policies and procedures.
All employees are expected to support First Community Bank’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting commitment to the Company Standards of Conduct and executing to the fullest extent possible the duties detailed within this job description.