Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.The Financial Advisor & Planner – Brokerage / Premier, assists Empower's Personal Wealth investment clients with a wide range of financial matters and specifically assists clients who are enrolled in the Premier account program and our brokerage account service.This role acts as the quarterback & primary point of contact for a book of clients assigned directly to you (no prospecting) in the Investment Services Category (Individual Client AUM from $100k - $250k) and is responsible for providing an outstanding client experience. The role provides an outstanding client experience via proactively driving financial planning + guidance, being responsive / available to reactive client needs, and effectively communicating what clients can get from their relationship with Empower.Performance in this role is measured in a variety of ways, including client satisfaction, client retention, and enrollments into other financial services. Significant emphasis is placed on client retention & satisfaction.What you will doThe ideal candidate will provide an extremely high level of service to our Empower Personal Wealth clients, retaining assets under management and garnering additional assets through diligent communication, proactive education, and unfailing responsiveness.Comprehensive relationship management via phone conversations, and email communication. Client interaction is both proactive and reactive.Act as liaison between clients & various internal groups / departments within Empower Personal Wealth to serve clients.An ability to clearly discuss portfolio, market, and economic discussions.Provide clients with holistic financial planning on a large variety of subjects, including areas such as retirement planning, savings strategies, and education planning. This role will also optionally collaborate with financial planning specialists on complex planning issues or comprehensive financial plans.Effectively coordinate with operational teams for client-related administrative issues.Potentially take on ancillary duties such as assisting in the training of new Financial Advisor hires and conducting presentations to groups of clients around the country.What you will bringBachelor’s Degree or higher in business, finance, or related field.FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations required within corporate-established timelines.FINRA Fingerprinting required.What will set you apartHigh-level knowledge of current investment products and industry services.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.Proven track record in relationship management and customer satisfaction.The ability to compare and contrast the benefits and suitability of different investment options and products.Excellent operational and organizational skills, with the ability to efficiently multi-task within a fast-paced environment.Strong interpersonal skills, team-oriented, and collaborative.
Financial Planner • Lees Summit, Missouri, United States