AMP Financial Advisor - West Hartford, CT

Raymond James•West Hartford, CT

2d•$35,568 - $77,000

About The Position

The Advisory Mastery Program (AMP) is a development program that provides training, support, education, and mentorship to prepare trainees for a career as a Financial Advisor. The program develops technical and sales skills and includes rotations and assignments in financial services under varying levels of supervision. Successful AMP Advisors are expected to meet production targets after their first year, contributing to company revenue and helping clients pursue their financial goals. Financial Advisors provide advice and counsel consistent with clients’ objectives, time horizons, and risk tolerances. They build client relationships, assess financial needs, recommend suitable investment products and services, and develop a book of business consistent with AMP program goals. The position is based in West Hartford, Connecticut, has a resident workstyle, and requires less than 25% travel. The stated salary range is $35,568–$77,000. Total compensation includes base salary or wages and may also include additional compensation, discretionary bonuses, or commissions. The position may offer medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, critical illness, accident, and disability insurance; retirement savings; paid time off; and parental leave. Benefit eligibility and offerings may vary by position and employment status.

Requirements

Minimum of four years of work experience, including sales (preferably intangible) or business experience demonstrating achievement, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.
SIE required unless an exemption or grandfathering applies.
Series 7 and Series 66 required.
Life, Health, and Variable Annuity licenses, or ability to obtain them within six months of starting the program.
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and financial-data analysis and reporting.
Knowledge of basic principles and methods for presenting, promoting, and selling products or services.
Skill in preparing and delivering clear, effective, professional presentations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building client relationships.
Problem-solving skills, including identifying client needs through effective questioning and listening.
Persistence when facing obstacles and optimism in the face of rejection.
Ability to accept criticism and remain calm and effective in high-stress situations.
Ability to communicate portfolio losses while preserving client loyalty.
Ability to provide a high level of client service while prioritizing clients’ personal wealth-management interests.
Ability to network in the community and market oneself and Raymond James.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance is listed as completed education.
Sales experience, preferably involving intangible products or services, or business experience demonstrating achievement.

Responsibilities

Complete training, rotations, and assignments to develop the skills needed to function effectively and efficiently as a Financial Advisor.
Develop a client pipeline through prospecting, networking, community involvement, centers of influence, and niche development.
Manage client relationships by evaluating financial needs, investment opportunities, current holdings, and available investment capital, and helping clients identify investment objectives.
Recommend suitable investment products, solutions, and services based on client needs, time horizons, risk profiles, and preferences.
Consult internal resources to identify investment opportunities and solutions for clients.
Develop a book of business consistent with AMP goals for assets under management and required production.
Complete required program training and assignments, obtain mandatory industry licenses within prescribed timeframes, pass assessments, and meet minimum performance and production standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.