Associate Financial Advisor

ABOUT THE JOB

You will be joining our team as a producing fiduciary financial advisor.  In this role you will work to establish new clients, deepen existing relationships, and help support other team members as the need arises. At GnarledOak Financial we believe in building financial plans that are as strong and resilient as the gnarled oak tree that inspired our name.

Our planning is goal-oriented and tailored to reflect the unique circumstances and dreams our clients have. Although it is a “sales” role, I expect members of our team to have a hospitality mindset, to do what’s best for the client, and to deliver exceptional experiences for years to come.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Offer bespoke financial planning and retirement guidance

Document all client interactions in our CRM (Wealthbox) and keep clear notes that are easy for all team members to understand

Do preparatory work for client/prospect meetings and post meeting follow ups

Analysis of financial situations and make recommendations for improvement

Respond to and ensure incoming calls, e-mails, communications, faxes and inquiries are replied to in a quick, efficient manner

Maintain a high standard of compliance in all aspects of the business

Effectively manage the clients you are responsible for

Be self-motivated

Assist in business development and marketing activities

QUALIFICATIONS

Professional designations are preferred (e.g. ChFC, CFP, etc.)

3 years of experience in the financial field

Knowledge of a variety of investment and insurance products (e.g. stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, annuities, etc.)

Excellent oral, written and personal communication skills

Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain good relationships with the clients and colleagues – be personable and build rapport with others

Knowledgeable in Asset Allocation and Portfolio Risk Management

Experienced using and preparing financial plans using planning software (we use RightCaptial)

High ethical standards

Attention to detail; this role requires a high accuracy in filling out forms which, at times, can be complex

Must be team oriented and able to collaborate with specialists to deliver holistic planning – including investment, retirement, financial, tax, and estate planning

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

Series 7, 63 & 65 or 66

Annuity and Life License

Be reliable, punctual, and professional (not licensing, but required)

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

This is intended as a full-time position, but there is some autonomy to your own schedule. 

Hybrid work can be done off-site (secured due to the sensitive nature of the personal information we work with) or in-office. There will be required in-office meetings.

Primarily the work week consists of Monday through Friday but the occasional night or weekend will be required.

COMPENSATION

I believe in fair compensation. Compensation for this role will depend on a variety of factors, two of the main considerations will be: If you’re bringing an existing book of business, and years of experience.

GnarledOak Financial is the DBA for Gunter Wealth Solutions inc.

All applicants and employees will receive equal opportunity consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Securities and investment advisory services offered through Osaic Wealth, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC. Osaic Wealth is separately owned and other entities and/or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent of Osaic Wealth.