Financial Advisor Securities

Southside Bancshares, Inc. • Fort Worth, TX

65d • Onsite

About The Position

Promotes and sells Non-deposit Investment products "NDIP" and services to the public through an integrated marketing program, including branch training, relationship development, individual and group presentations, direct-mail programs, follow-up calling and other client contact methods.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Finance, Accounting and/or Business-related field; and/or 5+ years related experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Series 7 and 66 licenses required.
• Previous sales and service support in a banking environment required.
• Ability to build relationships with customers and Bank personnel.
• Detailed oriented with excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational & time management skills.
• Excellent attitude & an extraordinary client service orientation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks & operate on tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and self-reliant with a business appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to perform repetitive functions.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems: collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record-keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Prioritize, organize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with fingers. Works with fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to visit other offices, conference rooms, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and telephone.
• Constantly positions self to operate on a computer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with other people throughout each day. Must be able to exchange accurate information when conversing.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and counsels customers to obtain financial background and investment goal information needed to develop a customer profile and to assist in determining appropriate investment strategies under the direction of the Financial Advisor.
• Remains thoroughly informed regarding NDIP and Bank changes in services, products and policies.
• Cross-sells other Bank products and services to new and existing customers to generate new business.
• Supports team on operational and client related issues.
• Processes new business and completes new business related functions.
• Opens customer accounts, maintains customer files and records in accordance with OSJ requirements and prepares all required reports.
• Maintains all information relating to customer accounts and bank affairs in strict confidence.
• Maintains a current understanding of stated procedures and policies, including regulatory compliance issues.
• Participates in continuing educational courses, as required, through NDIP, the Financial Advisors Manager and mutual fund, broker/dealer and insurance company wholesalers.
• Maintains NDIP Investment Center and display areas and handles public relations within branch locations.
• Reads and understands NDIP Compliance Manual and remains current on all communications from NDIP Compliance Department.
• Maintains a current understanding of stated procedures and policies, including regulatory compliance issues.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Insurance Eligibility for Team Members and Dependents Starting on the First Day of Employment
• 401(k) with a Match
• Basic, Voluntary, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Bank Holidays
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees