Associate Financial Advisor

rbc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program and Benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

RBC Wealth Management in Columbus, OH is seeking an Associate Financial Advisor in a structured licensing path designed to train you toward becoming a Financial Advisor. You will study for Series 7, 66, and life/health exams, complete program assignments, and gain hands-on experience with RBC tools and processes to serve clients.

Successful candidates demonstrate initiative, independence, and strong interpersonal/marketing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Ability to obtain Series 7, Series 66, and life/health exams within 180 days of start.
• Take initiative and work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and marketing skills.
• Strong drive and dedication.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and promote business; track record of success.
• Ability to make solid decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Study for and obtain licensing through the Associate Financial Advisor program.
• Study and pass Series 7, Series 66, and life/health exams.
• Complete assignments within curriculum timelines and comply with RBC policies.
• Engage with RBC tools, products, and services in training scenarios.
• Report activities and progress per program requirements.
• Learn RBC Wealth Management and regulatory expectations.

Skills

Initiative

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Marketing skills

Drive and dedication

Business development

Decision making

Financial regulation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Series 7/66 and life & health exams within 180 days

Job description

What is the opportunity?

The objective of the Associate Financial Advisor role is to participate in and successfully complete the licensing process and gain industry experience in order to prepare for a career as a Financial Advisor (FA). The Associate Financial Advisor's goal is to learn and integrate key business-building knowledge and competencies which FAs must have to help attract and retain clients through helping them achieve their financial goals.

What will you do?

• Study for and obtain the Associate Financial Advisor program's required licensing
• Study and pass series 7 exam.
• Study and pass series 66 and life and health insurance exams.
• Complete Associate Financial Advisor program assignments within the curriculum's timelines
• RBC tools and technology introduction
• RBC policies and procedures
• Products and services-including scenarios and case studies
• Compliance
• Planning, marketing, prospecting, and servicing
• Report activities and results per the Associate Financial Advisor program's requirements
• Implement specific coaching from the Associate Financial Advisor sales manager
• Become familiar with RBC Wealth Management
• Maintain awareness of financial news via company-approved online sites, meetings and various news media to support and advance professional development toward becoming an RBC Financial Advisor
• Be knowledgeable and comply with all regulations and rules of various regulatory agencies and company policies
• Complete all RBC WM new employee orientation online modules and others as required

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Ability to obtain Series 7 and Series 66 and life and health insurance exams within 180 days of beginning employment at RBC
• Ability to take initiative and function independently
• Excellent interpersonal and marketing skills
• Strong drive and dedication
• Demonstrated ability to develop and promote business; a track record of success Ability to make solid decisions in a fast paced, quick turnaround environment

Nice-to-have

• Entrepreneurial experience
• Active in a community, athletic or business group
• Fundraising experience

What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program include competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid-time off.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to do challenging work.
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients.

The expected salary range for this particular position is $50,000 - $80,000, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC's high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Account Management, Customer Success, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Relationships, Investment Risk Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

8415 PULSAR PLACE:COLUMBUS City:

Columbus Country:

United States of America Work hours/week:

40 Employment Type:

Full time Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT Job Type:

Regular Pay Type:

Salaried Posted Date:

2026-09-18 Application Deadline:

2026-09-25 Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intende