Associate Financial Advisor - Bergenn Financial Group

About the role

Bergenn Financial Group is an independent financial planning & investment management firm in West Hartford, CT. We have a customer-centric, modern, and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports Lead Advisor on book of business, including managing client needs regarding service, asset allocation, case design, and financial planning
• Consults with clients on investment strategies based on individual financial and investment objectives; delivers advice and participates in client reviews
• Manages data and plans in financial planning software (eMoney Advisor)
• Prepares and follows up on client meetings, assembling requisite paperwork, account reviews, report generation, and meeting documentation
• Identifies sales and asset retention opportunities, including viable alternatives when traditional solutions may not apply
• Deepens client relationships and establishes credibility and rapport both in person and via phone
• Clearly articulates complex concepts to customers
• Proactively communicates with clients and follows up on all contacts assigned
• Manages and prioritizes multiple competing priorities daily in pursuit of business objectives
• Engages actively in marketing and sales efforts on behalf of the firm; not required to build own book of business
• Committed to the firm's culture, demonstrating professionalism, accountability, customer/client focus, and teamwork

Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in the financial services industry with a strong understanding of broker/dealer operations and financial services products, including but not limited to: equities, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
• Average Assets Under Management (AUM): $10mm
• Certifications/Licenses: Fully licensed with a Series 7 & 66 or 7, 63 & 65 Life & Health licenses preferred but not required

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the financial services industry and diverse investment products
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) are essential
• Proficiency in eMoney Advisor financial planning software is strongly preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong time management and organizational skills; able to work independently and effectively manage multiple tasks at once