Financial Advisor Securities

Southside-Bank; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Bank Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Southside-Bank is seeking an Investment Services professional to promote and sell Non-deposit Investment products (NDIP) and services through a comprehensive branch-driven program. You will train with the team, build client relationships, and present investment options directly to customers in a busy Austin branch.

The role emphasizes client interaction, product knowledge, and compliance with NDIP policies, aiming to grow customer portfolios and cross-sell Bank products. Training provided.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in finance, accounting or related field; and/or 5+ years related experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Series 7 and 66 licenses required.
• Previous sales and service support in a banking environment required.
• Ability to build relationships with customers and Bank personnel.
• Detail oriented with excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational & time management skills.
• Excellent client service orientation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and counsels customers to obtain financial background and investment goal information to develop a customer profile and assist in determining suitable investment strategies.
• Remains informed about NDIP and Bank changes in services, products and policies.
• Cross-sells other Bank products and services to generate new business.
• Supports team on operational and client related issues.
• Processes new business and completes related functions.
• Opens customer accounts, maintains files and records per OSJ requirements and prepares reports.
• Maintains confidential customer information.
• Participates in continuing educational courses through NDIP and related managers and wholesalers.
• Maintains NDIP Investment Center and displays, handling public relations within branch locations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service orientation

Relationship building

Education

B.S. Degree in Finance, Accounting and/or Business-related field

5+ years related experience

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Investment Services Full Time Sales Austin, TX, US

Position Title

Exempt Status

Reports to

Investment Services Program Manager or President – Southside Investment Services

Location

Domain, Austin, TX

• Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Insurance Eligibility for Team Members and Dependents Starting on the First Day of Employment
• 401(k) with a Match
• Basic, Voluntary, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Bank Holidays
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary

Promotes and sells Non-deposit Investment products “NDIP” and services to the public through an integrated marketing program, including branch training, relationship development, individual and group presentations, direct-mail programs, follow-up calling and other client contact methods.

Essential Functions

• Interviews and counsels customers to obtain financial background and investment goal information needed to develop a customer profile and to assist in determining appropriate investment strategies under the direction of the Financial Advisor.
• Remains thoroughly informed regarding NDIP and Bank changes in services, products and policies.
• Cross-sells other Bank products and services to new and existing customers to generate new business.
• Supports team on operational and client related issues.
• Processes new business and completes new business-related functions.
• Opens customer accounts, maintains customer files and records in accordance with OSJ requirements and prepares all required reports.
• Maintains all information relating to customer accounts and Bank affairs in strict confidence.
• Maintains a current understanding of stated procedures and policies, including regulatory compliance issues.
• Participates in continuing educational courses, as required, through NDIP, the Financial Advisors Manager and mutual fund, broker/dealer and insurance company wholesalers.
• Maintains NDIP Investment Center and display areas and handles public relations within branch locations.
• Reads and understands NDIP Compliance Manual and remains current on all communications from NDIP Compliance Department.
• Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive Bank information.
• Provides leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
• Maintains a positive and caring atmosphere for customers and employees consistent with Southside Bank’s mission, CORE Values, and Blue Book culture guide.
• Provides enthusiastic, professional, and courteous service to Southside Bank customers and employees.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Understands and agrees to abide by the policies and procedures established at Southside Bank.
• Responsible for complying with audit policies and procedures as they pertain to this position.
• Performs duties in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and related anti-money laundering laws, and in accordance with the Bank’s Information Security Program.
• Must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Additional Functions

• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or directed.

Required Education/Experience

• B.S. Degree in Finance, Accounting and/or Business-related field; and/or 5+ years related experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Series 7 and 66 licenses required.
• Previous sales and service support in a banking environment required.
• Ability to build relationships with customers and Bank personnel.
• Detailed oriented with excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational & time management skills.
• Excellent attitude & an extraordinary client service orientation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks & operate on tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and self-reliant with a business appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to perform repetitive functions.

Necessary Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems: collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record-keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Prioritize, organize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Physical Activity/Dexterity

• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with fingers. Works with fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials.

Physical Environment Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to visit other offices, conference rooms, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and telephone.
• Constantly positions self to operate on a computer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with other people throughout each day. Must be able to exchange accurate information when conversing.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.
• Moderate noise (e.g. business office with computers and printers, light traffic).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)