Financial Advisor I - Investment Services

Houston, TX, United States

*PLEASE NOTE: NAVY FEDERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES IS THE EMPLOYER FOR THIS JOB. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION PROCESS OUTLINED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POSTING. DO NOT APPLY USING THE APPLY NOW BUTTON AS YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE RECEIVED.

Job Description

To provide basic financial consulting services to assist members and non-members with identifying their financial goals and objectives. Acts as a catalyst for the promotion and growth of NFFG products and services. Recommends appropriate mixture(s) of insurance/investment products and services to achieve the financial client's goals as a registered representative/advisor/agent of Navy Federal Financial Group (NFFG) and subsidiaries, or incumbent financial firms. Manages moderate dollar volume and moderate member bases.

Responsibilities

Administer and document basic account activity and execution per NFFG process and procedures and FINRA, NASAA, SEC regulations

Conduct periodic review of accounts to communicate account status, explain activities and keep clients aware of new offerings

Develop a beginning pipeline of internal/external referral sources in compliance with Navy Federal policies and procedures and guidelines

Establish, maintain, and develop basic business relationships with members and internal/external sources in assigned territory, moving towards more complex relationships as experience is gained.

Execute customer and broker purchase /sales orders of securities for current/new clients

Focus consulting for products and services supported by Registered Investment Advisory Firm in support of current market/ industry shift to managed assets and align with member needs

Identify prospective participation partners/opportunities through prospect calling, networking, and leveraging existing participation business

Under some supervision, proactively remain current with research legislative and industry updates to identify areas for market growth/opportunities, and/or potential concerns impacting NFFG clients and/or business environment

Monitor accounts to ensure accurate processing, identifies discrepancies, errors/concerns and take remedial actions

Monitor, track and report performance of individual sales plans and assigned strategies

Participate in development and implementation of new/enhanced processes and financial planning

Participate in on-site audits of registered duties, documentation, and processes in order to comply with Navy Federal standards and FINRA, NASAA, SEC and other regulatory agencies

Perform in-depth on-going research to acquire new accounts in assigned territory to increase market share

Plan/conduct life insurance and investment seminars and initiates cross marketing for clients and prospects to grow market penetration of NFFG product services

Prepare standard/special reports required by FINRA, NASAA and SEC, participates in industry and/or internal audits under some supervision

Provide basic investment consultation related to investment products, life insurance services and related quotes, document preparation and required regulatory filings

Provide basic investment industry expertise to client investment consultations and servicing of investment products, stocks, bonds, annuities, mutual funds, managed accounts, and related securities

Performs other dues as assigned

Qualifications

Basic understanding of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking and analysis and reporting of financial data

Basic knowledge of investment and insurance products

Basic knowledge to interpret industry related laws and government regulations

Experience in business development to include market strategy, product demonstration and promoting products and services

Basic experience consulting with customers to access their financial status and identify investment needs

Basic experience working as an adult facilitator, trainer, development coach, and/or internal consultant

FINRA Series 7 and combination of NASAA Series 63/65 or 66 registration required. Life & Health Insurance License preferred (or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)

Appointment by the sponsoring insurance company, broker-dealer and/or Registered Investment Advisory Firm

Willingness to pursue CFP, ChFC, or CLU designation after one year of successful employment

Strong analytical, decision-making, problem-solving and organization skills

Skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions under some supervision and direction

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills

Effective planning, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills

Effective skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact

Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions

Effective skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely

Effective skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomes

Proficiency with PCs and spreadsheet, database, word processing applications, and financial analysis software tools

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or Management or related discipline or related professional experience

In pursuit of designations e.g., CFP, ChFC, CLU

Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal's functions, philosophy, operations, and organizational objectives

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: 5815 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 7702

Salary Range: $55,000 - $75,000 annually (Base Pay Variable Compensation Pay Annual Incentive)

About Us

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace. Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability

Hybrid Workplace: Navy Federal Credit Union is a hybrid workplace, and details will be discussed during your interview process.

Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring teams discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position.

Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

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