Wealth Advisor - Mechanics Bank

LPL Financial collaborates with banks to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to their clients needs. This exciting opportunity at Mechanics Bank invites you to join our employee advisor model as a Wealth Advisor affiliated with LPL Financial. Rated in Forbes as one of America’s Best Banks in 2024, Mechanics Bank recently merged with HomeStreet Bank to unite two historic West Coast companies with strong values, dedicated about serving their local communities and committed to meeting the banking, lending and wealth management needs of its clients. Mechanics Bank now provides a broader, more convenient network of branches throughout California, the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii. Job Overview This role will require the employee to work on-site at the local bank branch located in Seattle, Lynnwood, Bellevue, Redmond, Mountlake Terrance, or Everett, WA . Responsibilities Utilizing a consultative, holistic approach, sales process, and assessment tools where appropriate. Providing comprehensive, needs-based financial solutions to clients by offering a range of investment/insurance solutions Delivering needs based, comprehensive financial solutions by offering a suitable and diversified set of brokerage, advisory, and insurance solutions to meet client needs and objectives. Employing ethical business practices to ensure full compliance of regulatory, broker dealer and institution requirements Delivering a high quality customer service experience during each customer interaction Building strong relationships with retail branch staff, supporting and motivating their referral efforts. Developing a complete understanding of the core institution products to support cross‑selling opportunities and to generate referrals back to the institution where appropriate Meet or exceed established sales goals for assigned territory while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and regulations governing products and services. What are we looking for? We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world‑class client experience . We are looking for people who thrive in a fast‑paced environment, are client‑focused, team oriented , and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement . Requirements High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s Degree Preferred) Minimum of two (2) years investment sales experience (preferably in a financial institution) Must maintain Licenses and FINRA registrations: Active State Applicable Life Insurance License, Active Series 7 Registration, Active Series 63 Registration (if required by the state of hire), Active Series 65 or 66 Registration (If required by the state of hire. If required by state of hire and not active, must acquire within the first six months of hire) Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite, including Power Point and applications specific to the broker dealer Preferences Demonstrated ability to sell products and services to investment clients; evidence of strong sales results Broad knowledge of characteristics and needs of clients and partners within the bank‑based investment market space Excellent knowledge of investment/insurance products and financial planning Core Competencies Strong self‑motivation and ability to work independently Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Possess strong organization skills Excellent customer service and business focus with a great attention to detail Effective research and analysis skills Pay Range and Compensation Pay Range:80168.40 - 80168.40 The salary range is dependent on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skill, experience, and work location. This position is also eligible to earn sales incentive compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr LPL Financial