Financial Advisor Trainee
Job Description
The Financial Advisor Trainee position provides structured training and exam preparation to support progression toward FA Associate status.
Responsibilities
- Complete in-house training on retail financial services topics, including products and services, building a book of business, Janney systems, practice management, and compliance
- Start developing a business plan as part of the trainee program
- Attend client meetings with Financial Advisors to support client service efforts
- Perform clerical and administrative functions as directed by Financial Advisors
- With guidance from Financial Advisors and Branch Managers, assist with client profiling and help identify client objectives and risk tolerance
- Support the preparation of recommendations and advice under tutelage
- Build foundational knowledge of financial products and markets and the regulatory landscape
- Study for and pass required registrations within the set timeframe, including:
- Series 7
- Series 66 (or Series 63 and 65)
- Any state insurance examinations required by Branch Managers
Requirements
- Obtain Series 7; 63 and 65, or 66, within the designated time period
- Preference for candidates who already hold Series 7; 63 and 65, or 66 licenses
- Undergraduate degree with an emphasis on business and communications preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills required
- Critical thinking skills
- High ethical standards
- Must be available to start as soon as possible
Location
- Ligonier, PA (onsite)
Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off
- $2,000 referral bonus eligibility
- Professional Development Assistance Plan
Education
- Undergraduate Degree (emphasis on business and communications preferred)