Associate Financial Advisor

New York Life - Uniondale; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life - Uniondale is seeking an entry-level Associate Financial Advisor with a passion for building long-term client relationships and a love of financial data. You will learn to assess clients, build portfolios, and grow a client base under experienced guidance.

You will work with senior advisors to develop tailored plans, expand your knowledge of estate planning and investment products, and pursue required FINRA credentials with company support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or related field.
• FINRA Series 7 & 63/66 preferred (bonus).
• Strong client relationships and communication skills.
• Willingness to help others.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to build financial profiles and provide sound advice based on individual circumstances.
• Develop tailored financial plans considering life stage and changing needs.
• Be a coachable team player open to training from senior advisors.
• Identify and secure new clients as a trusted advisor.
• Provide strategic recommendations for insurance, investments, and other plans.
• Explain features of insurance, investments, and planning needs to prospects.
• Develop investment portfolios and long-term strategies; assist with client acquisitions.
• Maintain relationships with clients and underwriters; renew and upgrade accounts.
• Assist clients with concerns and service issues; reach monthly sales targets.

Skills

Stellar communication

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Coachable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial planning software

Google Suite

CRM systems

Job description

Associate Financial Advisor

New York Life - Uniondale Uniondale, New York, United States

About this position

Do you have great listening skills and a knack for developing effective, analytics-based strategies? We are seeking a money-minded individual who is looking for an opportunity to break into the financial services industry! Our successful entry-level financial advisor candidate has a passion for developing long-term relationships and an interest in financial data, estate planning, business administration, mutual funds, and more. If you have great communication skills and an eye for detail,

Compensation: $120,000

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients to compile financial profiles that allow you to provide sound financial advice based on each person’s individual financial status, income, financial goals, and other factors contributing to wealth management
• Consider clients’ life stage, professional circumstances, and changing financial needs when developing tailored financial plans to suit their needs
• Embrace the role of a structured yet coachable team player open to continued education and training from other team members
• Look for, identify, and secure new clients to serve as a trusted advisor for crucial financial decisions
• Provide strategic recommendations for products, plans, investments, and other methods to help clients achieve financial goals
• Network with and qualify prospective clients and explain the features and merits of insurance, investments, and other planning needs.
• Develops investment portfolios, disability, life insurance, and long-term life strategies, high-level professional sales presentations, and client acquisitions.
• Anticipates future needs of all clients and works with senior-level advisors to call on established clients to renew and upgrade accounts.
• Develops long-term relationships with clients and underwriters.
• Assists clients with concerns and service issues as needed.
• Reach agreed-upon sales targets monthly.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office, financial planning software, Google Suite, CRM systems, and related programs is needed
• Baseline knowledge about financial industry concepts, financial products, and the role of a financial advisor is desired
• Stellar communication and math skills complemented by a proven track record of building strong client relationships with existing and prospective customers
• Up-to-date FINRA Series 7 & 63/66 documents are a bonus
• A required Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or similarly related field
• Interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Driven, motivated, and coachable.
• Be willing to help others.
• New York Life will pay and cover all expenses for training and the exam.
• Sales: 1 year (preferred).

About Company

We help individuals, families, and businesses secure their financial futures through a wide range of insurance, investment, and retirement solutions. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and doing what's right for clients and communities. At New York Life, you'll find opportunities to build a meaningful career while making a lasting impact.