Financial Advisor

United Insurance; Bangor, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

United Insurance in Bangor, ME is seeking a Financial Advisor to deliver personalized wealth management strategies to a diverse client base. You will build lasting relationships, advise on investments, retirement planning, and risk management, and work closely with the Financial Services Department.

You should have a bachelor's degree (finance/business/economics) with 5+ years in advisory or wealth management, relevant licenses, and proven sales success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial advisory or wealth management.
• Relevant licenses required.
• Proven track record of managing client relationships and meeting sales targets.
• Strong analytical skills and financial skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, CRM systems).
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth understanding of financial products and services, market trends, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an established book of business, and new business.
• Transition book of business to peers as needed.
• Assist in the development of our referral sourcing program at United.
• Solicit prospects, meet with prospective clients & write new business.
• Oversee compliance within the FS Department.
• Maintain all active/required licenses.
• Meet new business sales goals set by the company.
• Work to extend client relationships to other products and services offered by United Insurance.
• Maximize growth and retention through superior customer service.
• Introduce yourself to United and our vendor partners.
• Maintain a professional connection among clients, the agency, and vendors.
• Provide professional financial advice to clients and prospects.
• Travel as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Master’s degree or CFA/ CFP preferred

Tools

Excel

CRM systems

Job description

Description

The Financial Advisor will be responsible for providing personalized financial advice and strategies to a diverse client base, focusing on wealth management, investment strategies, retirement planning, and risk management. This role requires strong analytical skills, exceptional client service, and the ability to build lasting relationships. The Financial Advisor will work closely with the Financial Services Department.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain an established book of business, and new business.
• Transition book of business to peers as needed.
• Assist in the development of our referral sourcing program at United.
• Solicit prospects, meet with prospective clients & write new business.
• Oversee compliance within the FS Department.
• Maintain all active/required licenses.
• Meet new business sales goals set by the company.
• Work to extend client relationships to other products and services offered by United Insurance.
• Maximize growth and retention through superior customer service.
• Introduce yourself to United and our vendor partners.
• Maintain a professional connection among clients, the agency, and vendors.
• Provide professional financial advice to clients and prospects.
• Travel as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; a master’s degree or relevant certification (CFA, CFP) is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in financial advisory or wealth management.
• Relevant licenses required.
• Proven track record of managing client relationships and meeting sales targets.
• Strong analytical skills and financial skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, CRM systems).
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth understanding of financial products and services, market trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to mentor staff and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to continually upgrade knowledge in the industry as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Compensation: $50,000 - $100,000 annually, plus commission on new business.

The anticipated starting salary for this position is based on several factors, including the candidate's experience, skills, education, certifications, location, and internal equity. United Insurance offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, profit sharing potential, and more.