Wealth Advisor - Mechanics Bank

LPL Financial; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanics Bank is seeking a Wealth Advisor affiliated with LPL Financial to deliver holistic wealth management solutions at on-site branch locations in Washington. You will collaborate with bank staff, identify investment and insurance opportunities, and drive client‑centered financial planning in a fast-paced, client‑focused environment.

The role requires two years of investment sales experience, active FINRA registrations, and a high standard of ethics and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s Degree Preferred)
• Minimum of two (2) years investment sales experience
• Active Life Insurance License and FINRA registrations (Series 7, 63, 65/66)
• Registration, if required by state, must be active or acquired within six months
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Utilize consultative, holistic approach and sales process
• Provide comprehensive, needs-based financial solutions to clients
• Deliver diversified brokerage, advisory, and insurance solutions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, broker-dealer and institution requirements
• Deliver high-quality customer service in every interaction
• Build strong relationships with branch staff and support cross-selling
• Meet or exceed sales goals for the assigned territory

Skills

Client focus

Team oriented

Strong collaboration

Creativity

Continuous improvement

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

LPL Financial collaborates with banks to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to their clients needs. This exciting opportunity at Mechanics Bank invites you to join our employee advisor model as a Wealth Advisor affiliated with LPL Financial. Rated in Forbes as one of America’s Best Banks in 2024, Mechanics Bank recently merged with HomeStreet Bank to unite two historic West Coast companies with strong values, dedicated about serving their local communities and committed to meeting the banking, lending and wealth management needs of its clients. Mechanics Bank now provides a broader, more convenient network of branches throughout California, the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii.

Job Overview

This role will require the employee to work on-site at the local bank branch located in Seattle, Lynnwood, Bellevue, Redmond, Mountlake Terrance, or Everett, WA.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing a consultative, holistic approach, sales process, and assessment tools where appropriate.
• Providing comprehensive, needs-based financial solutions to clients by offering a range of investment/insurance solutions
• Delivering needs based, comprehensive financial solutions by offering a suitable and diversified set of brokerage, advisory, and insurance solutions to meet client needs and objectives.
• Employing ethical business practices to ensure full compliance of regulatory, broker dealer and institution requirements
• Delivering a high quality customer service experience during each customer interaction
• Building strong relationships with retail branch staff, supporting and motivating their referral efforts. Developing a complete understanding of the core institution products to support cross‑selling opportunities and to generate referrals back to the institution where appropriate
• Meet or exceed established sales goals for assigned territory while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and regulations governing products and services.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world‑class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast‑paced environment, are client‑focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s Degree Preferred)
• Minimum of two (2) years investment sales experience (preferably in a financial institution)
• Must maintain Licenses and FINRA registrations: Active State Applicable Life Insurance License, Active Series 7 Registration, Active Series 63 Registration (if required by the state of hire), Active Series 65 or 66
• Registration (If required by the state of hire. If required by state of hire and not active, must acquire within the first six months of hire)
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite, including Power Point and applications specific to the broker dealer

Preferences

• Demonstrated ability to sell products and services to investment clients; evidence of strong sales results
• Broad knowledge of characteristics and needs of clients and partners within the bank‑based investment market space
• Excellent knowledge of investment/insurance products and financial planning

Core Competencies

• Strong self‑motivation and ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess strong organization skills
• Excellent customer service and business focus with a great attention to detail
• Effective research and analysis skills

Pay Range and Compensation

Pay Range:80168.40 - 80168.40

The salary range is dependent on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skill, experience, and work location. This position is also eligible to earn sales incentive compensation.