Associate Financial Advisor

About the role

Consults with clients to identify their goals, objectives and appetite for risk. Works in a team environment to identify and develop specific clients and prospects that are compatible with Northern Trust target profiles. Utilizes broad knowledge of the investment markets and terminology to inform and educate clients and partners around various strategies, particularly around concentrated positions. Collaborates and understands working with NTSI traders to ensure excellence in execution. Participates in team conversations to help develop and implement best in class investment strategies and solutions that will maximize their sales efforts. Thorough documentation of client notes/interaction into Salesforce is a must to ensure all members of the advisory team are informed and kept up to date on client interaction. Monitors the market and information sources to make appropriate and timely strategy decisions to clients and partners. Fully participates in all ongoing training and meeting initiatives. Sets personal sales goals and business plan with manager based on experience and product knowledge. Provides the highest level of client service to clients is a top priority. Operates independently; has in-depth knowledge of business unit / function. As subject area expert, provides comprehensive, in-depth consulting and leadership to team and partners at a high technical level. Carries out activities that are large in scope, cross-functional and technically difficult.

Responsibilities

• Conducts preliminary analysis
• Responsible for direct interaction with different committees and/or management
• Strategic in developing, implementing and administering programs within functional areas

Requirements

• Strong sales, communication, and group presentation skills
• Individual must be goal driven and self-motivated
• Some travel may be required

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of securities industry and sales experience
• Must have broad based knowledge of all securities products, options expertise preferred
• Required Securities license: Series 7, 66 (or 63/65)
• Professional designation preferred (CFP)

Skills

• Knowledge of investment markets and terminology
• Ability to collaborate with NTSI traders
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Ability to set and meet personal sales goals

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Pay

$85,330 - 145,130 USD

Schedule

N/A