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Step into an instrumental role. Help conduct the smooth operation of a fast-paced—and friendly—financial planning office. Work as an employee of an independent advisor franchisee with a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial. Assist in daily business operations.

The associate financial advisor will assist financial advisor(s) in working with clients to help them achieve their financial goals. The employing franchise owner will lead you as you hone your skills and build a base of clients which you service. As an associate financial advisor, you will be instrumental in creating and delivering a unique client experience that defines and differentiates the practice. This position will consistently follow high standards of business and professional ethics and legal and regulatory requirements when dealing with others and/or performing work activities.

This role provides client relationship support through managing, gathering and analyzing client data, helping prepare financial plans and other client deliverables, working with clients to resolve issues and other practice management tasks as needed. Responds to ad hoc requests, coordinates/tracks projects and/or manages small business as usual projects such as organizing a client seminar.

Responsibilities and Time Allocation – Will change over time to meet the needs of the practice and can include other duties as assigned by the advisor.

Position Functions:
20% Marketing and Client Acquisition

Develop and implement annual marketing plan to meet client acquisition goals

Contact prospects to set up meetings or appointments

Coordinate seminars and client appreciation events

Leverage natural market to drive new client acquisition

Learn and implement client referral program

Use network marketing with Center of Influence to drive client acquisition

Implement key marketing activities including:

Advisor website

Social media

Online client experience

Client and prospect contact

Referrals and Networking

Seminars and Events

Local advertising and media relations

25% Financial Planning and Advice

Identify clients to engage or re-engage in planning relationshipsPrepare for client meetings focused on planning discussionsGather and enter client data into Financial Planning Tool SuiteCreate planning deliverablesPerform case analysis and develop recommendationsConduct and/or participate in client meetings to present recommendations/deliver adviceTrack/hold clients accountable to agreed upon actionsAnswer questions and provide readily available information to clients, if requested, as it relates to servicing their accounts

25% Product Solutions

Assess the client’s risk tolerance

Assess the client’s goals and time frame

Recommend portfolio/robust product solution that will fit the client’s risk tolerance, goals and time frame

Run illustrations and hypotheticals

Develop appropriate product deliverables

Persuade clients to act upon suitable advice/recommendations

Execute appropriate trades to align with proposed portfolio

Monitor economy, markets, and world events to determine any required strategic rebalancing

Manage wholesaler relationships

Conduct transactions on behalf of clients

15% Business Management & Client Care

Business management

Review work methods and procedures for possible quality improvements and efficiencies and implement them when appropriate

Assign and delegate work and provide feedback, when appropriate, to other practice support staff

Participate in daily stand-up and weekly staff meetings

Act as a technical resource and provide training and support to other practice members

Client care

Set up and maintain client management system (i.e. Contact Manager)

Write notes or letters to clients on personal letterhead

Review and respond to emails as necessary

Maintain files and records in accordance with the records retention policy

Key traits of a successful associate financial advisor

Ability to meet with clients and present planning strategies

Ability to source prospective clients

High level of interpersonal skills

Initiative in business development

Entrepreneurial perspective and desire to grow the business

Ability to recommend suitable investment products and services

Success at planning and managing resources (time, people, budget) to run optimal practice

Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by advisor, Ameriprise Financial

Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance within the advisor’s practice

Current client database a plus

Education and other designations:

College degree or higher

2+ years of similar experience

Already have or be able to study for and pass exams for federal and state licenses and registrations for securities, including Series 7, Series 66, and State life, accident and health insurance licenses

At Ameriprise Financial, we’re not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals – we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you’re motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.

This position is with an Ameriprise Financial Franchise owner.

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Requisition Number

R25_0000000403