Associate, Financial Advisor, Peabody, MA

About the role

The Associate Financial Advisor plays a crucial role in Santander's customer-centric transformation. They help clients identify financial needs, understand investment objectives, and implement appropriate investment and insurance solutions. This role requires a strong commitment to ethics, continuous learning, and building long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Attain and exceed investment sales, revenue, and client engagement goals.
• Conduct client appointments through various channels to identify financial needs and recommend solutions.
• Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of clients by strengthening relationships and delivering ongoing financial guidance.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with branch leadership and senior investment professionals to support overall branch investment growth.
• Provide coaching, education, and support to enhance referral generation and client engagement.
• Participate in sales meetings, training programs, and development initiatives to enhance advisory skills and business performance.
• Build strong internal relationships and referral partnerships to support client acquisition and retention efforts.
• Maintain accurate client records, complete operational and administrative requirements, and provide activity and sales reporting in a timely manner.
• Maintain all required professional licenses, registrations, continuing education requirements, and regulatory training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in Finance, Economics, Management Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field - Required.
• Master's Degree in Finance, Economics, Management Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field - Preferred.
• 5+ Years of experience demonstrating a superior record of sales achievement while maintaining high ethical standards - Required.
• 1+ Years of experience providing investment guidance and advice to clients - Required.
• Very strong interpersonal communication skills, complemented by both excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and risk evaluation.
• Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Ability of using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• NASD licenses: FINRA Series 7, Series 66 (or 63 & 65) - Required.
• Appropriate state insurance licenses - Required.

Qualifications

• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.
• Experience in Microsoft Office products.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and risk evaluation.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive base pay ranging from $61,875.00 USD to $105,000.00 USD.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Regular training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Retirement savings plans.

Pay

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Schedule

Hours and schedule details will be provided during the interview process.