Financial Advisor

About This Role

Working as an employee of an independent advisor franchisee with an Ameriprise Financial advisory practice, the Financial Advisor will work alongside the financial advisor to serve clients, prepare and deliver financial planning recommendations, support investment solutions, and help clients achieve their financial goals. This role requires high standards of professionalism, business ethics, and adherence to all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement the practice’s annual marketing plan
• Prospect and schedule meetings with potential clients
• Build relationships through networking and Centers of Influence
• Develop and leverage a natural market for new client opportunities
• Support and implement client referral strategies
• Coordinate educational seminars, client appreciation events, and other marketing activities
• Support the advisor website, social media, digital client experience, local advertising, and community outreach
• Identify opportunities to engage or re-engage clients in financial planning
• Prepare for client meetings and planning discussions
• Gather, organize, and enter client financial data into planning tools
• Perform case analysis and assist in developing financial planning recommendations
• Create financial planning deliverables
• Participate in client meetings and present recommendations, as appropriate
• Track client action items and follow up on agreed-upon next steps
• Respond to client questions related to their financial plans and accounts
• Assess client goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance
• Develop appropriate portfolio and product recommendations
• Run investment illustrations and hypothetical scenarios
• Prepare investment and product-related deliverables
• Help clients understand and act on appropriate recommendations
• Execute transactions and trades, as appropriately licensed and authorized
• Monitor markets, economic conditions, and other developments relevant to client portfolios
• Build and maintain relationships with investment and product partners
• Help improve practice workflows, processes, and operating efficiency
• Participate in daily and weekly team meetings
• Serve as a technical resource and support other members of the practice
• Maintain client information within the practice’s client management system
• Prepare client correspondence and respond to emails as appropriate
• Maintain client files and records in accordance with applicable policies
• Assist with practice projects and events, including client seminars

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills
• Ability to meet with clients and communicate financial planning strategies
• Interest and ability in prospecting and business development
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to grow within the practice
• Ability to analyze client needs and recommend suitable investment products and services
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to high ethical and professional standards
• Ability to follow applicable Ameriprise Financial policies, rules, and regulatory requirements
• College degree or higher
• Current securities and insurance licensing is required
• Series 7
• Series 66
• State Life, Accident & Health Insurance licenses

Nice to have:

• 2+ years of relevant or similar experience preferred
• Existing client or professional network is a plus