What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Advisor position at Stratos Wealth Partners?
Company Description G&G Wealth is an experienced Scottsdale based team of professionals who strive to provide tailored, expert advice on all aspects of wealth management for a select group of women individuals, families, and businesses both locally and around the country. Our mission and passion are to become a trusted partner to our clients while guiding them through all stages of their financial lives. We strive to: Guide, Grow and Guard Your Preferred Lifestyle.
If you have a passion for helping people achieve their dreams and are looking for an opportunity to learn the world of financial planning, trading, and investing within a collaborative, experienced team culture, then consider an opportunity to join G&G Wealth.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience in the financial services industry OR is a recent graduate with a degree in financial planning. The candidate will be hired to work with existing client relationships and will not have business development requirements. This person should also be looking for long-term employment in our N. Scottsdale location.
Job Responsibilities:
Work with the Lead Advisor to deliver impactful client meetings. This will entail preparation for meeting including presentations, report generation and client follow-up
Work with the Lead Advisor to develop a thorough understanding of each client's financial situation to develop and create comprehensive financial plans
Enhance client service experience for clients by deepening the relationships and customizing solutions to helping achieve clients’ financial goals Uncover additional investment opportunities through communicating with existing clients, current 401(k) and 403(b) participants and prospects
Continually work to improve processes and procedures and identify opportunities to provide enhanced client service.
Help provide both verbal and written plans to communicate the recommended solutions following firm guidelines
Promote professional development by maintaining an in-depth understanding of financial planning, capital markets and the financial services industry
Stay abreast of significant changes or developments (e.g., taxation, regulatory, legal, competitive, and technical) within the fields of investments and financial services
Assist with the planning and implementation of 3-4 client appreciation events annually – which may be in the evenings or on the weekend.
Maintain all required licenses and designations – strong focus on employee education
Competitive salary and potential growth bonus structure offered
Minimum of two years related financial planning and client relationship management experience with an RIA, wire house or insurance broker-dealer preferred OR a recent college graduate with a degree in financial planning.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study.
FINRA Series 7 & 65 OR willingness to obtain these licenses.
CRM experience (Redtail) a plus, or willingness to learn.
LPL ClientWorks system experience is also a plus.
Exceptional client relationship management skills - both internal and external client facing.
Positive attitude with the ability to effectively manage change and adapt in a continual and rapidly changing environment.
Be able to meet deadlines, be very detail process oriented and strong client communication skills.
Very organized with the ability to deviate from one project to another.
Possess a strong work ethic and the ability to multitask.
Accept feedback and constructive criticism well.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000