Financial Services Professional (LPL) at Arrow Financial Corporation

The Arrow Financial Corporation Family of Companies is seeking dynamic, authentic individuals to join our amazing team!  Currently, we are looking for an experienced professional to join our Wealth Management Financial Services team as: 

Financial Services Professional (LPL)

This opportunity may be perfect for you if you have experience in:

> Excellent Organizational and Interpersonal Skills

> Strong Ability to drive sales through relationship building expertise

About this position:

Responsible for analyzing, identifying, and communicating financial solutions for current clients to meet clients’ investment objectives.  Actively seek prospective clients through networking and referrals to meet Company and department goals.  Manage a wide variety of investment products while complying with operating policies and procedures established for LPL investment functions. 

Responsibilities

> Maintain contact with existing clients to perform reviews and expand existing relationships as appropriate; monitor client accounts to ensure pre-determined financial goals and objectives are met.

> Work to broaden potential client base with referrals from existing clients, co-workers and networking contacts.

> Drive sales through in-depth knowledge of products offered that match client financial objectives.

> Execute buy and sell orders as directed by clients per LPL policies and procedures.

> Keep up-to-date with industry standards, compliance, regulatory, and licensing issues, as well as policies and procedure from Company and LPL.

> Communicate and interact with other business lines to help provide well-rounded client experience and achieve department goals; actively participate in Company Cross-Sell/Referral Program.

> Participate actively in community as designated by Company community service requirements.

What you will need to thrive in this role:

In addition to your work and life experiences, as well as your passion and excitement for the profession, you would benefit from having: 

Education/Certifications:

> Bachelor’s Degree in finance or related field or equivalent experience required

> 6 years of experience in investment required

> Series 6, Series 7, and Series 63 licenses required

> New York State Health & Life Insurance license required

Skills/Knowledge:

> Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal

> Professionalism with strong presentation and interpersonal skills to conduct formal/informal presentations, address potential and existing client concerns, and communicate with constituents

> Self-starter with ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines

> Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite:  Word, Excel, Outlook; ability to learn other software as needed

Physical Demands

> Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and some brief periods of walking/standing 

> Repetitive use of telephone, computer, computer mouse, and keyboard

> Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. at times

What we will bring to the table:

We believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow their career with us.  We offer a pleasant, inclusive work environment, career development opportunities, and competitive compensation.  Through our total rewards program, we offer a comprehensive benefits package featuring:

>    Competitive compensation including potential bonus and incentives as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

>    Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Plan

>    Multiple retirement plans including:  401(k), Pension, and Employee Stock Ownership

>    Education and Tuition Reimbursement

>    Employee Assistance Program for our employees and their immediate family members

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our philosophy and practice are to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), color, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status of being transgender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, familial status, amnesty, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, citizenship or immigration status, prior convictions or arrests, military status, status as a protected veteran, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, or any other federal, state, or local legally protected classes. As a multi-bank holding company, Arrow Financial Corporation has over $4 billion in assets. Through our subsidiaries we provide a broad range of banking and insurance services across northeastern New York, including online and mobile banking, wealth management, money market and deposit accounts, and mortgage, consumer and commercial loans.

We are committed to delivering value for our shareholders, our customers, and our communities. Our conservative business model and strategy of steady growth have resulted in many recognitions from the nation’s leading publications and bank-rating firms.

The pay range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually commensurate with experience and education.

Additional compensation may be earned through the Company’s incentive programs, subject to individual and company performance.

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