Financial Advisor Securities

About the Role

Promotes and sells Non-deposit Investment products (NDIP) and services to the public through an integrated marketing program, including branch training, relationship development, individual and group presentations, direct-mail programs, follow-up calling, and other client contact methods.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and counsels customers to obtain financial background and investment goal information needed to develop a customer profile and assist in determining appropriate investment strategies under the direction of the Financial Advisor.
• Remains thoroughly informed regarding NDIP and Bank changes in services, products, and policies.
• Cross-sells other Bank products and services to new and existing customers to generate new business.
• Supports the team on operational and client-related issues.
• Processes new business and completes new business-related functions.
• Opens customer accounts, maintains customer files and records in accordance with OSJ requirements, and prepares all required reports.
• Maintains all information relating to customer accounts and Bank affairs in strict confidence.
• Maintains a current understanding of stated procedures and policies, including regulatory compliance issues.
• Participates in continuing educational courses as required through NDIP, the Financial Advisors Manager, and mutual fund, broker/dealer, and insurance company wholesalers.
• Maintains NDIP Investment Center and display areas and handles public relations within branch locations.
• Reads and understands the NDIP Compliance Manual and remains current on all communications from the NDIP Compliance Department.
• Provides leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
• Maintains a positive and caring atmosphere for customers and employees consistent with Southside Bank’s mission, CORE Values, and Blue Book culture guide.
• Provides enthusiastic, professional, and courteous service to Southside Bank customers and employees.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Understands and agrees to abide by the policies and procedures established at Southside Bank.
• Responsible for complying with audit policies and procedures as they pertain to this position.
• Performs duties in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and related anti-money laundering laws, and in accordance with the Bank’s Information Security Program.

Additional Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Reports all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Finance, Accounting, and/or Business-related field; and/or 5+ years of related experience.
• Series 7 and 66 licenses required.
• Previous sales and service support in a banking environment required.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and critical thinking capabilities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with customers and Bank personnel.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attitude and an extraordinary client service orientation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and operate on tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and self-reliant with a business appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to perform repetitive functions.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record-keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Insurance Eligibility for Team Members and Dependents Starting on the First Day of Employment
• 401(k) with a Match
• Basic, Voluntary, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Bank Holidays
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

Location: Domain, Austin, TX

Reports to: Investment Services Program Manager or President – Southside Investment Services