Financial Consultant II

Description

Hours : 40

Schedule :

Monday - Friday branch hours with Saturdays when needed. Must be flexible to meet current and future business needs. The position will be responsible for the Genesee / Wyoming area covering the Warsaw financial center and Batavia Branch.

Comprehensive Benefits :

ESL offers a competitive benefits package which focuses on providing a work life balance for all employees. Our benefits include robust options such as our wellness program, family assistance plan, 401k with match, paid volunteer time and Learning & Development training among many others.

Pay and Incentive Plan :

Pay Range : $37.19 - $46.88

Position pays forgivable draw plus eligibility to participate in incentive program to be discussed at interview. In addition, we offer an annual performance-based incentive that rewards eligible employees for their contributions to our success.

Purpose :

A Financial Consultant II is accountable for developing and delivering financial advice through a specified branch based territory and existing client roster for retention and wallet share growth. The position is responsible for planning and analysis of client situation(s) and developing , implementing, and holding reviews on comprehensive wealth management strategies for clients based on their unique financial priorities. Focus on providing guidance and advice to upscale and high net worth clients to assist in meeting client goals through all life stages. Grow existing client relationships by identifying opportunities for additional services and collaborating with internal subject matter experts. Mentor FC1 and FSR when placed in covering branches and proactively move clients to correct service model standard.

Accountabilities :

Business development and client relationship building

Deliver comprehensive value proposition - Effectively communicate the full scope of our financial planning services to prospects, highlighting how our use of confidential client profiles, modeling software, risk management tools, and financial planning software helps them achieve their financial goals

Develop and present customized financial planning scenarios to both clients and prospects, showcasing the impact of various strategies on their financial health and encouraging informed decision-making

Regularly educate and inform clients on relevant topics such as market outlooks and legislative changes that might affect their financial health

Successfully implement client financial plans by leveraging a diverse range of resources, including non-deposit investment and insurance products, trust services, financial planning specialists, money managers, and advanced planning groups, to deliver a superior client experience

Achieve assigned investment, insurance, and advisory growth goals with focus on client retention and growing client relationships

Monitor client progress through strategy sessions and make recommendations for any strategy adjustment to the plan based on client life events

Host a minimum annual client strategy sessions, either in person, virtually, or at location of client’s choice utilizing planning software for sessions

Adhere to client service model of responding to clients within one day with accessibility to email and systems during non branch hours

Cultivate and maintain productive working rapport with credit union personnel on all levels

Build and strengthen relationship with branch peers to identify opportunity to assist members with their goals and priorities with assigned branch territory

Assist with education on value of meeting with wealth team by attending branch meetings, running wealth huddles

Serve as subject matter expertise

Collaborate with Branch Manager to develop plan and outline specific actions and efforts for achieving sales and referral goals

Mentor licensed Bankers and FC1 within assigned market

Personal and professional development

Master tools and technology (financial planning, account opening / maintenance, client relationship management software)

Maintain industry education and work toward advanced designations (CFP, ChFC)

Maintain excellent compliance and operational standards.

Understand and adhere to all internal written supervisory principals

Comply with all NYS Insurance Department FINRA, SEC, standards and regulations

Timely completion of all required regulatory continuing education

Proficiency with all paperwork and processes

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent directly related experience

Minimum of 6 years directly related experience

Series 7, 63, 65 (or 66), Life and Accident and Health Insurance Licenses (or qualify for NYS waiver)

Must have experience in providing planning and implementing strategies (software and product solution expertise)

Strong Knowledge of investment and insurance products

Applied knowledge of FINRA, MSRB, and State Insurance rules and regulations, and new developments pertaining to the securities industry which specifically affect relationships between salespeople and customers (Best interest standard)

Demonstrates alignment with ESL’s Core Values, mission, vision, and purpose to help our community thrive and prosper

Preferred Qualifications :

CFP, ChFC

Experience in financial service area (registered with Broker Dealer or Registered Investment Advisory Firm)

We’re committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are a stronger, more successful organization because of this commitment. We strive to ensure a robust talent pool of qualified candidates with a variety of skillsets and capabilities for all our openings. We hire great people and welcome all new hires to our award-winning work environment, which has been recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2010.

225 Chestnut Street

• Rochester, New York 14604
• 585.339.4475
• 800.814.5884

Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA / SIPC () ). Insurance products may be offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates or ESL Investment Services, LLC. ESL Investment Services, LLC, member FINRA / SIPC () , provides referrals to LPL and its affiliates. Neither ESL Investment Services, LLC, a subsidiary of ESL Federal Credit Union, nor ESL Federal Credit Union are affiliated with LPL or its affiliates. ESL Federal Credit Union is not registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Products and services are offered through LPL or its affiliates by LPL registered representatives doing business as ESL Investment Services. Representatives are dually registered with ESL Investment Services, LLC and LPL and may also be employees of ESL Federal Credit Union. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are :

The investment products sold through LPL Financial are not insured ESL Federal Credit Union deposits and are not NCUA insured. These products are not obligations of or guaranteed by ESL Federal Credit Union or any government agency. The value of the investment may fluctuate, the return on the investment is not guaranteed, and loss of principal is possible.

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