VP, Financial Advisor

Ion Bank; Southbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and Employer Match

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

FSA

Educational Assistance

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

15 Paid Time Off Days

11 Paid Holidays

Job Shadowing

Job summary

A financial institution located in Southbury, CT seeks a VP, Financial Advisor responsible for advising clients on financial planning and investments. The role involves developing financial strategies, managing client portfolios, and ensuring compliance with banking regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field and hold FINRA Series 7 and 63 registrations. Competitive benefits are provided, including 401k matching and various wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Must have current FINRA Series 7 and 63 Securities Registration.
• 3+ years of sales experience necessary.
• Knowledge of securities and insurance industries required.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients to assess financial needs and provide tailored advice.
• Develop comprehensive financial plans based on client data.
• Review and adjust client plans based on changing circumstances.

Skills

Sales experience

Financial planning

Investment strategies

Client relationship management

Knowledge of mutual funds

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

At Ion Bank, we pride ourselves on providing exemplary customer service and building lifetime relationships by partnering with our customers to identify and achieve their financial goals. We are passionate about our Service Standards and live by them every day.

As a result of Ion’s continued growth, the bank consistently provides robust and diverse development programs for its employees with a goal of personal expansion. Not only does Ion prioritize its internal team, but it also values the communities that the employees serve. The bank consistently encourages volunteerism from its employees to support customers and beyond. Apply now to join the Ion community.

Who we are seeking for this role:

Provide friendly, personalized service to Bank customers; establish rapport to recognize and meet their banking needs. Perform financial transactions for customers accurately and efficiently. Accurately balance teller window and adhere to set policies and procedures. Respond to customers’ financial needs by actively participating in the consultative sales process. Maintain and apply a working knowledge of all applicable banking regulations. Keep all customer and proprietary Bank and customer information and assets safe and secure. Perform additionally assigned duties.

As a VP, Financial Advisor you are responsible for:

A Financial Advisor is responsible for providing businesses and individuals with sound advice regarding their financial planning and investments. Their duties include meeting with clients to establish their needs and obtain financial statements, using financial statements and legislation to develop financial plans to maximize profitability or reduce debts and researching investment opportunities for clients.

Responsibilities:

• Talking to clients to determine their expenses, income, insurance coverage, financial objectives, tax status, risk tolerance, or other information needed to develop a financial plan.
• Answering client questions about financial plans and strategies and giving financial advice.
• Advising strategies for clients in insurance coverage, investment planning, cash management, and other areas to help them reach financial objectives.
• Reviewing client accounts and plans on a regular basis to understand if life or economic changes, situational concerns, or financial performance necessitate changes in their plan.
• Analyzing financial data received from clients to develop strategies for meeting clients' financial goals.
• Preparing or interpreting financial document summaries, investment performance reports, and income projections for clients.
• Implementing financial plans or referring clients to professionals who can help them.
• Managing and updating client portfolios.
• Contacting clients regularly to discover changes in their financial status.
• Building and maintaining your client base.
• Partnering with Retail and Commercial bank as necessary to develop and grow additional clientele.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of sales experience.
• Must have current FINRA Series 7 and 63 Securities Registration (66 or 65 preferred).
• Life and health license.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of mutual funds, securities, and insurance industries.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable using a computer for various tasks.
• Experience providing quality financial advice.
• Have knowledge of working in a bank-based environment, partnering with employees to expand our client’s full financial relationship.
• Be able to pass a background check.
• Maintain all necessary bank and investment assigned compliance courses.
• 401k and Employer Match
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• HSA
• FSA
• Educational Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 15 Paid Time Off Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Job Shadowing

Ion Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or veteran status.

Southbury, 363 Main Street South, Southbury, CT 06488, USA