Jr. Financial Advisor

Northland Securities, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with matching

Time off programs

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Northland Securities, Inc. is seeking a Junior Advisory Program participant to support brokers and manage client accounts in Minneapolis.

You will process orders, respond to inquiries, schedule meetings, and handle document workflows within a collaborative sales team environment. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in financial services or related internships, pursue FINRA licenses (Series 7/66), and hold a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a financial services environment or relevant internships.
• Pursuit of FINRA licenses (e.g., Series 7, Series 66) is expected.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or related field preferred.
• Unrestricted work authorization; sponsorship not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist brokers with client accounts: process orders, respond to inquiries, and provide general support.
• Handle scheduling, record-keeping, reporting, and documentation tasks.
• Support sales by preparing client paperwork and coordinating onboarding.
• Aid in trade execution, monitor confirmations, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop sales skills by engaging warm leads and effective outreach.
• Support compliance tasks and participate in ongoing training and development.

Skills

Initiative

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Learning mindset

MS Office

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

FINRA licenses pursuit

Tools

CRM systems

Financial platforms

Job description

At Northland, our employees are the heart of our story—and we’re committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization’s success.

Summary of the Job: The Junior Advisory Program is a foundational initiative designed to cultivate and refine the sales skills of individuals in the early stages of their financial careers. This program is crucial in supporting a sales team focused on investment advisory, insurance, and fixed income sales. Participants will gain valuable hands-on experience, learn directly from industry professionals, and play an integral role in the ongoing success of the team.

About This Role

• Client Support: Assist brokers in managing client accounts, including processing orders, responding to client inquiries, and providing general account support.
• Administrative Tasks: Handle administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, maintaining client records, preparing reports, and processing documentation.
• Sales Support: Assist in the preparation of client paperwork. Coordinate with the sales team to ensure smooth client onboarding and follow-up. Proactive outreach to schedule client review meetings for advisors.
• Trade Execution: Support brokers in executing trades and monitoring trade confirmations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Develop Sales Skills: Hone your ability to effectively communicate and build relationships by calling on warm leads provided by other brokers, allowing you to practice and enhance your sales techniques in a supportive environment.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities adhere to industry regulations and company policies. Assist with compliance-related tasks, including documentation and reporting.
• Learning and Development: Participate in training programs and educational opportunities to enhance industry knowledge and stay up to date with market developments.

Key Skills

• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with clients, senior advisors, and internal teams.
• Outstanding organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the financial services industry; takes direction well and applies feedback constructively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint); experience with CRM systems or financial platforms a plus.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and reliability in all work.

The Ideal Candidate for This Role

• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a financial services environment, or relevant internships. Previous experience in sales support or administrative role is a plus.
• Licensing: Pursuit of relevant FINRA licenses (e.g., Series 7, Series 66).
• Desired: Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field preferred. CFP or ChFC designation IND123#.
• Salary Range: $60,000-$80,000; based on experience.
• Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.
• Work Environment: It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Compensation and Benefits Overview

We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Time Off Programs
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
• Employee Banking
• Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/.

To obtain compensation and benefit information related to this specific role, email First National at [e-mail].

To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message.

Job number: R-20261457

Registration Requirement

This position requires Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) registration. Qualification requirements include meeting applicable financial industry responsibility, regulatory requirements, credit fitness and criminal background standards. Successful candidates must meet ongoing regulatory requirements including acceptable background investigation, credit report, and fingerprinting results.

Equal Opportunity & Belonging

We believe that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves—no matter their role or where they are in their journey.

Northland is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity. Northland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC. Northland follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants).

Application Deadline

All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days. Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.

Grow Your Career with Northland!

Northland Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, Registered with SEC and MSRB, is a diversified financial services firm, including investment banking and full-service broker-dealer divisions, offering investment and finance services for government entities, financial institutions, non-profit organizations, and individual investors. The firm is a leading underwriter of tax‑exempt bonds in the Midwest, and is recognized for its equity markets research and specialization in finance and capital market access for corporate, government, and non‑profit clients. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Northland Securities has branch offices in Colorado, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Our commitment is to deliver innovative financial services with integrity, insight, technical competence, and dedication to achieving the goals of our clients. We provide access to compelling financial options and technology, while guiding our clients through the challenging decision-making process – in an ever‑changing marketplace – to a thorough, creative, and complete solution to meet their needs.

Our professionals are committed to the highest levels of integrity and accountability, to do what is in the best interest of their clients, industry regulators, investors, and colleagues.

Northland is a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska Inc. (FNNI), a $35 billion multi‑state holding company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with a strong heritage of banking excellence that dates back 170 years.

Northland believes that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves—no matter their role or where they are in their journey. Northland is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. Learn more here.

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