Financial Advisor Associate

RiverSource Life Insurance Company; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RiverSource Life Insurance Company is seeking a Financial Advisor Associate to support an experienced financial advisor and develop a personal client book in Wilmington, DE. You will learn to establish ongoing financial planning relationships and acquire new clients.

The role emphasizes licensing within 150 days, collaboration with a team, and delivering holistic client service while growing sales capability in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree from an accredited institution.
• Active FINRA Series 7 within 150 days of hire.
• Active State Securities Agent Registration (S63 or S66).
• Active IAR Registration (S65 or S66).
• Life/Health/Variable products lines license or appointment as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Build a personal book of business under supervision of an experienced advisor.
• Develop and execute a robust client acquisition plan.
• Assist with financial planning and product recommendations.
• Provide a differentiated client experience and ongoing service delivery.
• Support licensing and appointment activities and maintain regulatory compliance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Listening skills

Goal-oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Financial Advisor Associate### Financial Advisor AssociateApply: On-Site: Wilmington, Delaware: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 2, 2026 (4 days left to apply): R26\\_4296**About Our Company**We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.**Job Description**Work with an experienced advisor to build a personal book of business and help shape clients' financial future, by developing an ongoing financial planning relationship focused on accomplishing clients goals. Build a pipeline, complete with personal and professional contacts and new leads.**Key Responsibilities** * Obtain your required licenses/credentials within 150 days of hire:- FINRA Series 7 - Active State Securities Agent Registration (S63 or S66) - Active IAR Registration (S65 or S66) and -State Life, Health Insurance and Variable Products lines.* Attend and engage in licensing coaching, as required. Be accountable for making progress within the program’s licensing and appointment preparation timelines.* Assist seasoned financial advisor(s) in working with clients to them achieve their financial goals.* Serve as a key team practice member, creating and delivering a unique client experience that differentiates the practice.* Provide support to clients and prospects by serving them holistically and/or specializing in products or services. Specialized responsibilities may include:-Develop and execute a robust marketing plan to achieve the practice’s client acquisition goals. -Identify clients to engage or re-engage in financial planning relationships. -Gather and analyze data and develop financial planning recommendations. -Help prepare and/or deliver financial plans. Foster ongoing financial planning relationships with clients. -Become a product expert. Serve clients and prospects in this capacity, run illustrations and develop product-centric recommendations. -Manage specific parts of the business, e.g., manage operations, recommend process improvements, own staff meeting agendas, monitor budgets/expenses, etc. -Manage the practice’s client service model and consistent execution.* Follow high standards of business and professional ethics and legal and regulatory requirements when serving client and prospects and performing all work-related activities. **Required Qualifications** * Join Ameriprise in a team practice and support a seasoned financial advisor or advisors. **Preferred Qualifications** * Four-year college degree from an accredited institution.* High level of confidence, perseverance and a strong desire to succeed in a goal-oriented environment.* Show accountability to your results.* Outstanding verbal, written and listening communication skills.* Willingness and desire to learn from seasoned financial advisor(s) and be part of a collaborative, team-centric environment.**Full-Time/Part-Time**Full time**Exempt/Non-Exempt**Non-Exempt**Job Family Group**Sales**Line of Business**AAG Ameriprise Advisor Group*Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.**We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.*