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OH0713 NW Bancshares HQ Job Description Financial Advisor is responsible for the development of new business on the financial services platform and maintaining relationships with numerous sources of new business including company officials, life underwriters, attorneys, accountants and social acquaintances. The Financial Advisor will also discuss the advantages of proper planning and obtaining background information on corporate or personal finances, family relationships and employee status. Essential Functionsu2022 Develop new business on the financial services platformu2022 Retain existing businessu2022 Initiate contacts for developing and closing new businessu2022 Conduct securities buying and sellingu2022 Develop and meet with prospects to explain Northwest's investment servicesu2022 Discuss the advantages of proper planning and obtaining background information on corporate or personal finances, family relationships and employee statusu2022 Maintain an ongoing relationship with existing customers to retain and develop businessu2022 Develop a high community profileu2022 Utilize Northwest office network for referrals and prospectsu2022 Ensure mailing lists are maintained and participating in marketing initiatives and campaignsu2022 Conduct educational meetings as requiredu2022 Communicate on the development of new business accountsu2022 Administer certain client accounts as requiredu2022 Assist with setting personal goals and targetsu2022 Meet and/or exceed annual production guidelinesu2022 Cultivate potential referrals from existing clients, Retail Offices, Northwestu2019s departments and centers of influence in the communityu2022 Complete financial profiles and accurately analyze customer needs and prepare proposalsu2022 Recommend products and services accordingly, taking into account all available alternativesu2022 Perform presentations, meetings, and seminars with prospectsu2022 Finalize new agreements and all supporting new account documentation with customersu2022 Cross-sell other Northwest products and servicesu2022 Provide product and services training for Retail Office and Northwest Department personnel on a periodic basisu2022 Ensure Compliance with FINRA/SEC regulations and requirements (licensed representatives)u2022 Provide required reporting on a timely basisu2022 Monitor client accounts on an ongoing basisu2022 Review customer account transactions dailyu2022 Coordinate customer documentation and agreementsu2022 Schedule client meetings on a periodic basisu2022 Conduct regular investment/relationship reviews as required to retail client relationship, and securities buying and selling as directed by client (licensed representatives)u2022 Complete timely buying and selling (licensed representatives)u2022 Oversee/schedule client distributions / bill paymentsu2022 Review financial / investment markets dailyu2022 Ensure total document and data integrityu2022 Develop a high community profileu2022 Initiate and author client correspondenceu2022 Assure accurate information passed to Operationsu2022 Oversee system coding on individual accountsu2022 Adhere to stated fee schedulesu2022 Minimize nonstandard fee schedules Additional Essential Functionsu2022 Ensure compliance with Northwestu2019s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulationsu2022 Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiencyu2022 Work as part of a teamu2022 Work with on-site equipment Additional Responsibilitiesu2022 Assist with setting personal goals and targetsu2022 Recommend improvements to sales and proceduresu2022 Recommend new marketing initiatives / potential new business opportunitiesu2022 Recommend additions to product and services offeringsu2022 Complete special projects as they are assigned Safety and Health for Supervisors without Direct Reportsu2022 Discourage any unsafe work habits by setting a good example for employees by following the required safe work practices as indicated by the safety and loss prevention programu2022 Consistently and fairly enforce safe work practicesu2022 Ensure that each employee knows what to do in the event of an emergency QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Preferred EducationBachelor's Degree in Finance /Related Degree Preferred Work Experience 6 - 8 years relevant experience General Employee Knowledge, Skills, and Abilitiesu2022 Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisions u2022 Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience, whether oral or written u2022 Ability to actively listen to what others are saying to achieve understanding, sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and information u2022 Ability to establish courses of action for self to accomplish specific goals, develop and use tracking systems for monitoring own work progress, and effectively use resources such as time and information u2022 Ability to make right decisions based on perceptive and analytical processes, practicing good judgment in gray areas Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to analyze financial data Knowledge of mutual funds, stocks and bonds Knowledge of investment markets, general economic fundamentals and available products and services Knowledge of Custodian Accounts Knowledge in Investments, IRAu2019s and Estates Knowledge of Fiduciary, ERISA and brokerage account types Knowledge of Employee Benefits Licenses and Certifications Series 7 Life/Accident/Health Series 63 Series 65 or Series 66 Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. A t Northwest, weu2019re here for what's next. Whether we're finding opportunities for families, businesses and communities or opening doors for our team, we share a passion for helping the people around us succeed. And we know that in order to provide the highest level of care, we need to understand unique experiences and perspectives. That's why, whether you're interested in a corporate role or something customer-facing, your talent and voice matter. Here, you belong. Working at Northwest, you'll find that we recognize our employees for the important work they do through competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and by regularly celebrating wins along the way. So, take a look at the opportunities here. And join us as we move into the future making a difference for the people we serve.