What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ameriprise Financial Group Financial Advisor position at Member One Federal Credit Union?
Job Description:
VACU Investment Group (VACUIG) is expanding our wealth management team throughout Virginia- Greater Richmond Area, Blacksburg, Roanoke, Harrisonburg, VA Beach, Norfolk Williamsburg & Lynchburg.
The role of the investment consultant is to establish value-added relationships with VACU members , to understand their financial needs and to offer solutions for those needs. VACUIG is in partnership with Ameriprise Financial Group (AMPF) who serves as our Broker/Dealer. The candidate for this position will be an employee of AMPF., working within the VACU branches.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prospecting within the financial institution by establishing relationships with other client facing associates in order to generate referrals. This duty is performed weekly, about 20% of the time. Prospect outside the financial institution in order to build external referral sources as well as bringing new clients to the bank. This duty is performed weekly, about 15% of the time. Sell effectively by establishing relationships with customers, determining their needs and offering appropriate solutions in a manner that the customer sees the value, as well as understands the features and benefits of the products offered. This duty is performed daily, about 35% of the time. Engage in customer relationship management activities to increase wallet share per client and seek cross referral opportunities to other associates within the bank. This duty is performed weekly, about 20% of the time. Completes required BSA/AML training and other compliance training as assigned. This duty is performed as needed, about 10% of the time. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Broad knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four year college degree, plus 2 years related experience and/or training, and 19 to 23 months related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Outstanding verbal, written and listening communication skills. Superior customer service skills. Master at building relationships with customers.
Ability to quickly compile, verify and calculate information to provide solutions and recommendations. Product knowledge.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy/procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Benefits
Full package includes health and retirement benefits, and life and long-term disability insurance
Virginia Credit Union
We're proud of the opportunities, training, benefits and work-life balance we provide to those who help people take their money further, and reach their goals sooner. We strive to provide a culture where employee development, teamwork, integrity, respect and quality of life are the cornerstones of delivering superior member experience. We thank our employees for making us a part of our community's "Top Workplaces" and are always looking to add people to our team who share our passion for helping members build their finances and confidence. In return, we offer employees a challenging and rewarding work environment and are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes teamwork and continual improvement. Virginia Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ameriprise Financial
Ameriprise Financial, Inc, through its subsidiaries, provides various financial products and services to individual and institutional clients in the United States and internationally. It operates through four segments: Advice & Wealth Management, Asset Management, Retirement & Protection Solutions, and Corporate & Other
As an Ameriprise employee, you may leverage our corporate support system to help run your program at one of our financial institution partners. Some of the benefits for financial advisors in the managed program may include:
- Comprehensive employee benefits
- Branding opportunities and proven turnkey marketing programs
- Local and national support, including accessible leaders and teams of specialists
- Office space located onsite at a financial institution
- Peer-to-peer mentoring, plus training and coaching - including CFPcertification support
- Regular contact with regional leaders and colleagues - offering opportunities for sharing best practices
Enjoy the financial rewards
Our managed program compensation model is designed to reward financial advisors for the experience and level of practice they bring. We offer extensive up-front bonus programs to match your experience and book of business. We also understand client relationships extend way beyond their assets under management. That's why we provide payouts that apply to clients regardless of asset level.
Member One Federal Credit Union (MOFCU) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MOFCU will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact a member of our People Operations Team at 540-982-8811 or pops@memberonefcu.com.
Member One is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. M/F/Disability/Covered Veteran.
