Financial Advisor

BMO U.S.

. Build trust and strong client relationships .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing customized financial advice and investment recommendations while adhering to regulatory requirements. Proven ability to build strong client relationships and achieve sales goals through effective portfolio management and client education.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Series 7 And 66 LicensesFinancial Industry ExperienceKnowledge Of Investment ProductsClient Relationship ManagementLPL’s ClientWorks

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Hard Skills

Investment RecommendationsPortfolio ManagementFinancial PlanningRisk AssessmentTrading Order ExecutionRegulatory ComplianceClient OnboardingSales Goals AchievementCustomized Action PlansClient Account Attestations

Soft Skills

Client Relationship BuildingAdaptabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMoneyGuideProClientWorks

Certifications & Qualifications

University DegreeActive Life And Health Insurance LicensesU4 Clear Background Check

Industry Keywords

FINRA Audit RequirementsInvestment Product CategoriesWealth ManagementFinancial MarketsAnti-Money Laundering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build trust and strong client relationships
Determine individual investment needs and provide customized financial advice
Provide a superior client onboarding experience
Review client portfolios and present appropriate investment solutions
Provide investment recommendations based on client suitability, timeframe, and goals
Educate clients on acceptable risks and performance expectations
Create customized action plans to help clients achieve financial goals
Serve as a subject matter expert across 15 investment product categories
Grow portfolios and meet monthly sales goals
Prospect for outside assets from existing and new clients
Advise on maturities and uncover uninvested opportunities
Retain assets and manage direct client relationships for a client group with total assets of $100MM
Adhere to internal and FINRA audit requirements and complete required approvals
Provide wealth and investment-related sales and service to BMO customers and prospects
Identify and refer customers to other business groups
Complete investment reviews and develop financial plans
Position appropriate solutions
Protect client personal information
Implement anti-money laundering requirements
Execute accurate and disciplined trading order and confirmations
Determine the need for trades
Adhere to Best Interest Contract requirements for every recommendation
Complete client account attestations and regulatory sign-offs

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree
Minimum of 3-5 years of financial industry experience
Active Series 7 and 66 licenses, or Series 7, 63 and 65 licenses
Active Life and Health insurance licenses
U4 clear background check requirements
Continuing education administered by FINRA and BMO
Knowledge of financial markets
Knowledge of investment products, including mutual funds, annuities, managed accounts, market-linked CDs, unit investment trusts, retirement planning, and fee-based accounts
Knowledge of Cost Basis, tax documents, IRA RMD withdrawals, and early withdrawal penalties
Strong knowledge of LPL’s ClientWorks, Salesforce, and MoneyGuidePro
Ability to adhere to internal and FINRA audit requirements
Ability to adapt to the changing regulatory environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Customizable benefits
Performance bonuses
Innovative digital tools
Professional tools and resources
In-depth training
Ongoing manager support
Professional networking opportunities
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Accident and life insurance
Retirement savings plans
Performance-based incentives
Discretionary bonuses
Other perks and rewards
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities