Financial Advisor

Role & Responsibilities

Client Engagement

• Collaborate with Senior Financial Advisors and the Evergreen team to provide exceptional client experience and maintain long-term client relationships
• Conduct annual client meetings, including review of portfolios/products, identification of life events, and discussion of service needs
• Complete ad hoc client meeting and service requests
• Complete pre- and post-meeting actions: develop agendas, assemble statements and reports, develop personalized recommendations, document notes, identify action items, communicate with applicable staff
• Assist staff with onboarding, new account applications, and service actions as needed
• Conduct yourself professionally and promptly at all times
• Effectively utilize communication methods (in-person, phone, email, authorized text) preferred by clients
• Respond to all client communication within 24 hours (same day preferred)

Product and Portfolio Operations

• Become an expert in all products provided and operating processes. Stay current on markets, model updates, product changes, and regulations
• ·Insurance reviews: Summarize coverage needs, gather quotes/illustrations, and prepare comparisons (life, disability, long-term care)
• Trade execution: complete unsolicited trade requests, monitor trade completion, and resolve obstacles
• Tax assessment: Coordinate with CPAs, identify capital gains exposure and tax-loss harvest candidates, and execute IRA Required Minimum Distribution requirements

Practice Operations and Compliance

• Maintain thorough client records, documents, meeting notes, disclosures, and client acknowledgments
• Rigorously maintain workflow data, keep tasks and status updates current, update pipelines, and maintain overall data quality
• Follow internal and partner policies, uphold fiduciary standards where applicable, and ensure delivery of required disclosures (ADV, CRS)
• Maintain all licensing (e.g., SIE, Series 7/66; insurance, state licenses) and promptly complete continuing education
• Contribute to better ways of working, recommend efficiency improvements, and identify client experience improvement opportunities

Characteristics & Requirements

Evergreen is seeking individuals with deep desire to build an advisory practice based on exceptional client service and customized financial advice.

• Strong ethical standards - maintains integrity, transparency, and trust in all client and internal interactions
• Client-focused attitude - prioritizes listening and understanding client needs and goals
• Authentic and genuine - builds credibility by being transparent, honest, and relatable with clients and colleagues
• Comfortable initiating conversations - willingness and confidence to talk to new people, building rapport, and expanding networks
• Excellent communication skills - explains complex financial concepts clearly and simply to ensure understanding and engagement
• Team oriented - collaborates effectively with senior advisors, support staff, cross-functional teams, and outside professionals to serve clients holistically
• Highly motivated and goal-driven - demonstrates strong internal drive to serve clients, meet performance targets, and grow their practice
• Receptive - willingness and ability to accept feedback from advisors, staff, and clients to facilitate personal and professional growth
• Detail-oriented - ensures accuracy in recommendations, financial strategies, internal paperwork, and compliance requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business program (marketing, finance, accounting, etc.) or three years of applicable work experience. Current or former college athletes and military veterans are encouraged to apply
• Satisfactory background check and fingerprinting. Insurance license and securities registration verification is required for current industry professionals
• Willingness and ability to obtain FINRA Series 6, 7, and 66, SIE, and life insurance licenses within six months of hire

Preferred Attributes:

• Financial services industry experience and/or customer service experience in a professional, high-volume setting
• Certified Financial Planner designation or willingness to obtain within two years of hire
• Strong analytical skills
• Bachelor’s degree or minor in finance or accounting

Compensation & Benefits

As part of our practice, you will benefit from a comprehensive employment package offered by Prudential Advisors:

• Robust Compensation Packages
• Prudential Employee Savings Plan (PESP) - 401k
• Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Pension Enhancement for Top Financial Professionals
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Transition Support
• Practice Building Programs
• Access to Evergreen Wealth and Prudential Clients

At Evergreen Wealth Strategies, our approach is designed to nurture steadily, remain resilient, and adapt as life changes, so clients can move forward with confidence, no matter the conditions. Every relationship begins by listening, and understanding the clients story: goals, priorities, and values. We believe this is the foundation of meaningful financial planning. From there, we build strategies that are thoughtful, personal, and aligned with what matters most to the client.

We take the same personal approach to expanding our team of professionals. We want to hear about you, your career goals, and how we can be partners in your career journey.

You will join a multi-Advisor practice operating in central Illinois and St. Louis metro east. Additionally, EWS has a team of support professionals specializing in financial planning, investments, life insurance, and annuities, as well as operational support. We provide established client relationships and operational support to assist early career advisors start and grow their practice in conjunction with our firm. At Evergreen Wealth Strategies, you will also leverage the capabilities of two Fortune 500 strategic partners: Prudential Advisors (affiliated with Prudential Insurance Company of America) and LPL Enterprise.