Jr. Financial Advisor

About the Role

The Junior Advisory Program is a foundational initiative designed to cultivate and refine the sales skills of individuals in the early stages of their financial careers. This program supports a sales team focused on investment advisory, insurance, and fixed income sales. Participants will gain hands-on experience, learn from industry professionals, and play an integral role in the team's success.

Responsibilities

• Assist brokers in managing client accounts, including processing orders, responding to client inquiries, and providing general account support.
• Handle administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, maintaining client records, preparing reports, and processing documentation.
• Provide sales support by preparing client paperwork and coordinating with the sales team to ensure smooth client onboarding and follow-up.
• Conduct proactive outreach to schedule client review meetings for advisors.
• Support brokers in executing trades and monitoring trade confirmations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Develop sales skills by calling on warm leads provided by other brokers to practice and enhance sales techniques.
• Ensure all activities adhere to industry regulations and company policies; assist with compliance-related tasks, including documentation and reporting.
• Participate in training programs and educational opportunities to enhance industry knowledge and stay updated with market developments.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in a financial services environment, or relevant internships.
• Previous experience in sales support or administrative roles is a plus.
• Pursuit of relevant FINRA licenses (e.g., Series 7, Series 66).
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field preferred.
• CFP or ChFC designation is a plus.
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.
• This position requires Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) registration, including meeting applicable financial industry responsibility, regulatory requirements, credit fitness, and criminal background standards.

Skills

• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with clients, senior advisors, and internal teams.
• Outstanding organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the financial services industry; takes direction well and applies feedback constructively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint); experience with CRM systems or financial platforms is a plus.
• Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and reliability in all work.

Work Environment

This role is anticipated to be onsite at the posted location. The onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. Work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Pay

Salary range: $60,000–$80,000, based on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with matching contributions
• Time Off Programs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Dependent Care
• Employee Banking
• Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance