TFS Financial Advisor Development Associate

The Financial Advisor Development Associate (FADA) program is designed to provide training and support to prepare selected candidates for a successful career as a Financial Advisor. This position serves as a key point of contact for client interactions, assists with investment operations, executes trades (once licensed), and supports marketing and relationship management efforts. It is designed as a professional developmental role for individuals pursuing a long-term career in financial advising.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Training & Registration:

• Attend designated classes and training
• Obtain Life, Accident, and Health Insurance License
• Obtain Securities Required Licensing
  • Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
  • Series 7
  • Series 66 or (Series 63 & Series 65)

 Compliance & Administrative Functions

• Maintain client files and compliance requirements for a FINRA compliant branch office
• Maintain accurate and FINRA-compliant client records and filing systems
• Support marketing campaigns and event coordination
• Serve as back-up support for other assistants during absences

 Client Service & Operational Support (once licensed)

• Serve as the first point of contact for TFS Firm client inquiries and provide service in a professional and efficient manner
• Open and service investment accounts for individuals, businesses, and retirement plans
• Process money movements, securities transfers, and execute trade orders
• Prepare customized client meeting reports and investment presentations

 Sales & Advisory Support (once licensed)

• Participate in the preparation and delivery of financial planning solutions under supervision
• Maintain familiarity with current investment products, market trends, and developments affecting financial markets
• Providing advice to customers on personal investment products, and suitable investment strategies
• Contribute to new client acquisition and relationship development through marketing support and follow-up outreach

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: 

• Economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Basic principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.

 Skill in: 

• Preparing and delivering clear, effective, and professional presentations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to identify the needs of clients through effective questioning and listening techniques.

Ability to: 

• Demonstrate persistence in the face of obstacles and maintain optimism in the face of rejection.
• Accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively in high stress situations.
• Effectively communicate portfolio losses while preserving client loyalty.
• Provide a high level of client service with a strong focus remaining on what’s best for their personal wealth management.
• Network in the community and effectively market him or herself and Trustmark Financial Services.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A) from four-year College or university preferred, and a minimum of four (4) years working experience, including sales (preferably intangible) or business experience demonstrating achievement preferred.

~or~

• An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources. 

Licenses/Certifications:

• Series 7 & 66 or ability to obtain within 1 year from start of program
• Life, Accident, Health, and Variable Annuity or ability to obtain within 1 year from start of program. 

Required:

• Have genuine enthusiasm and interest in developing a long-term career with Trustmark in the financial industry 

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse, while viewing computer screens.

Note: This is a brief description of this position and is not limited to those described herein. Management retains the right to add, delete or modify any of these responsibilities at any time during employment.