TFS Financial Advisor Associate

Financial Advisor Associate

The Financial Advisor Associate will support the Financial Advisor in delivering investment and financial planning services to existing and prospective clients. This position will provide the Associate with a knowledge and understanding of financial markets, various product offerings and expose the Associate to the day-to-day activities of a Financial Advisor in preparation for future placement as a Financial Advisor. Typically, an Associate will transition to a Financial Advisor within 12-24 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide client service and support to an experienced Financial Advisor.
• Enter trades in client accounts as instructed by the client and/or Financial Advisor.
• Open new accounts and maintain existing accounts.
• Prepare presentations for client meetings.
• Research data for the Financial Advisor to consider client investment strategies.
• Practice business development strategies in conjunction with receiving coaching and mentorship to prepare for a role as a Partner with the Financial Advisor.
• Ensure a FINRA compliance branch system is maintained.
• Remain informed on current financial market trends, regulatory changes and product offerings.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in investment services or wealth management
• SIE, Series 7, 63 and or 65/66
• Resident Life Insurance license, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of basic Banking/Financial industry practices
• Ability to apply analytical skills
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to promote and sell investment products and services
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter as well as within a team framework
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills
• Four-year college degree in a business-related field preferably Finance or equivalent work experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse, while viewing computer screens.

Note: This is a brief description of this position and is not limited to those described herein. Management retains the right to add, delete or modify any of these responsibilities at any time during employment.