Senior Financial Associate

Royal Bank of Canada • Boulder, CO

22d • $50,000 - $85,000

About The Position

What is the opportunity? As a Senior Financial Associate, you will be a key member of a large producing team and will be actively involved in growing and cultivating the FA Team’s business. You will have the ability to function independently on behalf of the FA Team with minimal direction. At RBC Wealth Management, your career progression matters to us. We offer training, development and learning resources so you continue to grow your career in a way that matters to you. What will you do? Regularly gather new client accounts and build assets under management for FA Team. Conduct in-depth analyses of client portfolios. Research recommendations, select suitable investments based on client’s investment objectives, tolerance for risk, financial capabilities and investment potential. Promptly execute approved transactions. Collect and analyze client’s financial information to educate new and existing clients; this may include introducing additional products and services. Monitor and evaluate clients’ investment needs and progress by reviewing transactions, monthly statements, market research and client contact. Promote business growth programs and services, develop detailed marketing plans for client acquisition and identify opportunities to improve sales effectiveness for FA Team. What do you need to succeed? Must-have 5+ years industry experience Series 7, Series 66 (or 63/65) and State licenses consistent with those of the FA(s) this person supports Excellent understanding of the stock market, investments and retirement plans Working knowledge of fixed income products, equities, mutual funds, insurance and annuities In-depth knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures and ability to analyze client portfolios Advanced computer skills (including Microsoft Office) Nice-to-have Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and able to independently manage multiple demands and competing priorities Detail orientated, strong analytical and organizational skills and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment Bachelor’s Degree CFP designation preferred What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team Flexible work/life balance options Opportunities to do challenging work Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities Access to a variety of job opportunities across business The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $50,000 - $85,000, depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan. RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that: - Drives RBC’s high performance culture - Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals - Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Requirements

• 5+ years industry experience
• Series 7, Series 66 (or 63/65) and State licenses consistent with those of the FA(s) this person supports
• Excellent understanding of the stock market, investments and retirement plans
• Working knowledge of fixed income products, equities, mutual funds, insurance and annuities
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures and ability to analyze client portfolios
• Advanced computer skills (including Microsoft Office)

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and able to independently manage multiple demands and competing priorities
• Detail orientated, strong analytical and organizational skills and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Bachelor’s Degree
• CFP designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Regularly gather new client accounts and build assets under management for FA Team.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of client portfolios.
• Research recommendations, select suitable investments based on client’s investment objectives, tolerance for risk, financial capabilities and investment potential.
• Promptly execute approved transactions.
• Collect and analyze client’s financial information to educate new and existing clients; this may include introducing additional products and services.
• Monitor and evaluate clients’ investment needs and progress by reviewing transactions, monthly statements, market research and client contact.
• Promote business growth programs and services, develop detailed marketing plans for client acquisition and identify opportunities to improve sales effectiveness for FA Team.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees