Wealth Relationship Manager SAFE Act - Evanston, IL

Citigroup Inc.; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Paid time off packages

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking an experienced Wealth Relationship Manager in Evanston, Illinois, to enhance client relationships and financial service offerings. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities. Compliance with financial regulations is critical. This role involves identifying affluent clients' needs, managing engagements, and adhering to regulatory requirements. Competitive benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in a related field.
• Must have current Registration for FINRA series 6, 63, and 65.
• Insurance group 1 required; must obtain certification within 120 days if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Identify and deepen relationships with affluent clients.
• Anticipate complex financial needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Provide regular client engagement through meetings and seminars.
• Manage client follow-up adhering to compliance procedures.

Skills

Strong analytical and financial skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Organized with strong attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Self-starter and problem solver

Education

Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

NaviPlan Select or similar financial planning software

Job description

The Wealth Relationship Manager SAFE Act is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and work‑flow for the area or function. Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub‑function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where development of an approach/taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams. Involved in coaching and training of new recruits. Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.

Responsibilities

• Identify, build and deepen relationships to gain incremental wallet share of the affluent and High Net Worth segment through the use of financial planning and excellent discovery and profiling skills.
• Anticipate the complex financial needs of the client and offer solutions through a wide range of products, services and tools based on client profiling.
• With the support of product specialists, intuitively recognize and understand a client's banking, credit and investment needs and goals in order to provide holistic financial solutions.
• Provide regular value‑added engagement with clients – High touch, face‑to‑face meetings at client's preferred location, consistent communication, access to seminars, etc.
• Master referral opportunities to grow portfolio.
• Proactively source, acquire and expand high value customer relationship by maximizing sale and service opportunities.
• Refer opportunities to segment partners where appropriate (including, but not limited to Lending Consultants and Financial Advisor, Small Business Partners, Relationship Manager, etc.)
• Organize client events to enhance client bonding.
• Acquire new clients through converting referral leads.
• Manage client follow‑up and adhere to all Regulatory and Compliance operating procedures.
• Ensure that KYC/AML and other compliance norms are strictly adhered to.
• Partner with all roles on branch team to ensure all clients have a positive in‑branch experience.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word) and experience using NaviPlan Select or similar financial planning software preferred.
• Basic understanding of investment and financial planning strategies preferred.
• Must be a self‑starter, problem solver and a goal‑oriented team player able to work without direction.
• US: Current Registration for FINRA series 6, 63, and 65 are required for the role. Individuals with Series 7 and 66 or equivalent are encouraged to apply.
• Insurance group 1 required; will give 120 days to obtain if not already held.
• This position requires the employee to register as a mortgage loan originator with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry ("Registry") and obtain a unique identifier from the Registry before referring interested clients to Citibank for their mortgage needs, to maintain and renew that registration on an annual basis, to update registration information with the Registry on a timely basis, and to provide that unique identifier to consumers as required by applicable SAFE Act regulations and Citi policies and procedures.

Education

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience.

Benefits

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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