Associate Financial Advisor

We are seeking an eager, strategic, and decisive financial advisor to fill an entry-level position that offers room for growth and a promising job outlook. Our ideal candidate will be driven by the need to help clients identify and achieve their financial goals through a variety of planning services.

Join our team to begin honing your skills related to risk management, estate planning, debt and investment management, real estate, retirement planning, mutual funds, investment options, and more. If you're dedicated to delivering excellent client service and this sounds like a good fit, start the application process today!

Compensation:

$123,000 at plan earnings

Responsibilities:

• Seek, identify, and secure strong relationships with new clients by serving as their trusted financial advisor

• Provide strategic recommendations for products, plans, investments, and other methods to help clients achieve financial goals

• Determine cash flow, income, financial status, financial goals, monetary assets and all other financial situations related to wealth management to help clients define and achieve their financial objectives

• Consider clients’ life stage, professional circumstances, and changing financial needs when developing tailored financial plans to suit their needs

• Embrace the role of a structured yet coachable team player open to continued education and training from other team members

• Collect and organize each client’s financial information using a CRM to determine financial status, financial goals, cash flow, and financial expectations

• Employ a research-based approach to providing financial advice and strategies based on educational meetings and/or seminars centered on client risk tolerance and financial goals

• Help clients implement financial recommendations such as life insurance, savings plans, mutual funds, and other financial products

• Create customized financial plans using the products and services we offer based on each client’s potential life and financial needs

• Implement social media and other marketing tools to identify, seek, and generate prospects with whom you can foster strong, long-term relationships as a reliable financial service professional

Qualifications:

• Baseline knowledge about financial industry concepts, financial products, and the role of a financial advisor is desired

• Basic knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office, financial planning software, Google Suite, CRM systems, and related programs is needed

• A required Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or similarly related field

• Stellar communication and math skills complemented by a proven track record of building strong client relationships with existing and prospective customers

• Up-to-date FINRA Series 7 & 63/66 documents are a bonus

• Ability to communicate complicated concepts and maintain strong principles such as honesty and integrity

• Strong relationship management skills and/or experience

• Ability to successfully network to prospect for new potential clients

• Fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, and/or Chinese is preferred but not required

• Ability to work at our office at least three days per week

About Company

As a mutual company, with no investors or outside owners, New York Life is uniquely aligned with the client's interests and priorities. With over 170 years of industry success. Some of our accolades include:

• A promise to work with you to build a strong financial future for both you and your clients
• #73 on Fortune 100 in 2020
• A leading company with many agents qualifying for MDRT2 year after year
• Highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer: Standard and Poor’s (AA+); A.M. Best (A++); Moody’s (Aaa); and Fitch (AAA)

Agents and dependents are immediately eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and group-term life insurance. 2MDRT (Million Dollar Round Table) is recognized in the industry as the standard of excellence in life insurance sales performance. New York Life Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity