Client Associate / Financial Advisor Trainee

Job Title   Client Associate / Financial Advisor Trainee

Description

Provides support to a Financial Advisor by providing the Financial Advisor and clients with account and security information, establishing new accounts, entering security order tickets after being approved by the Financial Advisor and, processing deliveries and/or payments. Performs various administrative functions for the Financial Advisor(s) and Branch Management including, but not limited to, preparing forms and reports, correspondence and the preparation of Financial Advisor directed marketing campaigns. Handles telephone calls and or responds to other inquiries and/or requests for research reports as well as researching account inquiries and/or problems. Establishes and maintains files to meet the firm’s regulatory requirements, creating and producing reports, databases, and establishing and maintaining filing and record keeping necessary to support efforts to service and grow client relationships. 

Candidate will be trained and supported with the tools and resources to learn the financial planning and investment management process as well as sales and marketing skills to help grow client relationships, assets and revenue.  After sufficient experience and performance, successful candidate if they desire, will ultimately have the opportunity to transition to the role of a junior advisor, providing sound financial advice and counsel consistent with a client’s goals and risk tolerance, and meet organizational revenue targets.  Successful candidate will also have the opportunity to share in the partnership revenue in addition to their salary.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate Degree in Business or Accounting

Desired Qualifications

Strong client service skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills

Effective organizational, multi tasking, and prioritizing skills

Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Brokerage industry experience

Financial services industry experience

•Basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills

•Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment

•Experience interacting directly with customers

•Ability to provide administrative support, including responding to prospect/customer inquiries and requests for information

In addition to the professional qualifications outlined above, we are specifically looking for employees who have the following background:

•Energetic self-starter who is flexible, conscientious, proactive, and detail-oriented 

•Powerful communicator who reflects professional presence and is confident in interactions with clients and business partners

•Self-driven, independent employee who effectively prioritizes and executes tasks; and embraces new challenges and entrepreneurial environment

•Highly dynamic individual who thrives in an interdependent team environment

Salary Information

Starting salary $50,000 + ($15,000 - $30,000 annual Bonus once candidate passes Series 7, Series 65 and insurance license exams).  Total potential salary,  $65,0000- $80,000.

Disclaimer

All offers for employment with Wells Fargo are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. Wells Fargo will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state and Federal law, including Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women.

Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Benefits Summary  Visit https://www.wellsfargo.com/about/careers/benefits for benefits information.

•Registration for FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 (or 63 & 65) or FINRA recognized equivalents must be obtained to remain in this position.

•Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. In addition state registration, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA review process at the time of offer acceptance.

•For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite may also be required FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at time of offer acceptance