Cetera Financial Group · 1 week ago
Financial Advisor
Pinellas County, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$75K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expCetera Financial Group, through its affiliation with Cetera Investment Services LLC, is seeking an experienced Financial Advisor to join the GTE Financial team. The role involves providing personalized financial advice and strategic planning to help members achieve their financial goals, while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and building strong client relationships.
AdviceFinancial ServicesRetailRetirementWealth Management
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Tedder, MBA
Responsibilities
Stay current with evolving financial trends, economic conditions, market developments, and emerging products within the financial services industry
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of federal and state regulatory requirements, including compliance with SEC, FINRA, NCUA, broker-dealer regulations, and credit union policies
Leverage expertise in personal and business financial planning, guiding members through complex financial decisions such as investments, retirement planning, insurance needs, and wealth management strategies
Develop personalized plans that reflect each member’s goals and risk tolerance, ensuring a holistic approach to their financial health
Maintain a thorough understanding of a broad range of financial products, including investment vehicles, insurance options, retirement plans, and advisory solutions and tailor strategies that address the unique needs of each member
Follow a consultative sales approach to build and manage a strong book of business
Uphold the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and transparency in all client interactions
Foster long-term, meaningful relationships with members, driving loyalty and trust
Develop strong connections with internal partners, including credit union branch staff and other departments with synergy, to enhance service delivery
Exhibit exceptional communication skills with members and staff, providing clear and compelling presentations
Actively prospect for new business opportunities and consistently generate meaningful revenue
Maintain a balanced product portfolio to meet individual and team goals
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, including SEC, FINRA, and NCUA regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures
Adhere to broker-dealer practices and FINRA’s requirements to maintain accurate records
Stay informed on key federal regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, U.S. Patriot Act, Anti-Money Laundering laws, and the Right to Financial Privacy Act
Maintain and be up to date on continuing education requirements for all licenses and registrations
Demonstrate problem-solving abilities by analyzing complex data and making informed decisions in line with technical guidelines
Participate in ongoing trainings and meetings to stay up to date on internal processes, regulatory changes, and other practice management best practices
Ensure timely and accurate paperwork and handle administrative tasks efficiently
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in financial services, with at least 2 years of proven success in sales within the industry
FINRA Series 7 and Series 65/66 licenses are required or must be obtained within 90 days of employment
Life/Health Insurance license is required or must be obtained within 90 days of employment
Preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required
A college degree is preferred, or equivalent relevant professional experience
LUTCF, CLU, ChFC, CFP, or other relevant certifications are preferred, or actively pursuing these credentials is highly desirable
Company
Cetera Financial Group
Cetera Financial Group is a privately-held, independent broker-dealer and investment adviser families.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Genstar Capital
2023-10-04Private Equity
2018-07-17Acquired
Leadership Team
Michael Durbin
Chief Executive Officer
Dan Burkott
Chief Compliance Officer - Tax Channel
Recent News
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