Financial Advisor

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

About the role

We’re seeking a Financial Advisor to join our established team—stepping into an existing book of business with plenty of room to earn, grow, and maximize your potential within a supportive environment and culture that allows you to take your success to the next level.

In this role, you will provide quality financial planning services and tailored investments and insurance advice to new and existing customers while building solid and long-lasting relationships. Join our beautiful Stevens Point branch location and support the surrounding areas. Leverage your expertise within a local setting and become an integral part of a community-focused organization.

Responsibilities

• Using a holistic financial planning approach, assist clients and prospects by analyzing their financial needs and objectives, making appropriate recommendations, and effect sales of investment and insurance products as appropriate for and requested by the client.
• Achieve objectives related to advisory business, financial planning, insurance, and other key metrics as determined by the line of business.
• Nurture strong relationships with sales team members, gaining insights into complete solutions to excel in a team-selling model.
• Ensure that transaction documentation is completed and submitted on a timely basis while resolving any issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with banking and Wealth Management teams and bring expert knowledge of investments, insurance, economic trends, and the full range of Private Client, Investment, Bank, and Trust solutions to help clients achieve their goals.
• Report suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence and all customer complaints as prescribed.
• Report procedure violations to management or HR and ethical concerns to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.
• Act in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance (required).
• 3+ years of advisory/fee-based investment and insurance sales, growing a thriving book of business of $250,000 or more (required).
• 5+ years of advisory/fee-based investment and insurance sales, growing a thriving book of business of $400,000 or more (preferred).
• Life, Health, and Variable Insurance License (required).
• Series 7-Stockbroker Exam (required).
• Series 63 / Series 66 or Series 65 (required).
• CFP-Certified Financial Planner (preferred).
• CFA-Chartered Financial Analyst (preferred).
• Must pass a criminal background and credit records check as a FINRA registered position.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive self, if applicable.
• Employment is contingent upon successful registration with FINRA, SEC, and applicable state regulators, including completion of required qualification exams.
• All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and review of disclosures required by Form U4. Certain regulatory or disciplinary histories may disqualify an applicant.

Benefits

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups for networking and connection.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, and military benefits.
• Personal banking, loan, investment, and insurance benefits.

Pay

This role offers a commissions-based structure that includes a monthly draw equaling $48,000.00 per year plus generous commissions that increase based on sales volume achieved.