Financial Consultant

Wells Fargo

. Work with the Financial Advisor to provide clients with financial advice consistent with their goals and risk tolerance .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeWaterloo • Iowa • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing financial advice tailored to client goals and risk tolerance, with a strong focus on compliance and regulatory standards. Proficient in client relationship management and financial product evaluation to enhance client asset retention and acquisition.

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Investment Advice ExperienceFINRA Series 7 And 66 ExaminationsClient Relationship ManagementFinancial Services Sales ExperienceSalesforce Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Financial AdvisementInvestment Profile AssessmentFinancial Product EvaluationClient Needs AssessmentCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsCustomer Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceSmart StationContact Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

FINRA Series 7FINRA Series 66Insurance License

Industry Keywords

Full-Service BrokerageFinancial PlanningConsumer Financial Protection BureauLoan Originator QualificationRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with the Financial Advisor to provide clients with financial advice consistent with their goals and risk tolerance
Meet with clients to collect financial information
Assess investment profiles and evaluate clients' financial needs
Advise clients on the advantages and disadvantages of different financial products and determine suitable products for clients' needs and financial circumstances
Increase and retain existing client assets and meet potential new clients
Perform selected responsibilities delegated by the Financial Advisor
Assess customer needs and refer customers interested in dwelling-secured products to a SAFE team member
Assist customers without taking an application or offering or negotiating terms of a dwelling-secured transaction
Follow Wells Fargo policies and procedures and fulfill risk, compliance, monitoring, governance, escalation, and remediation responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of Investment Advice experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
US only: Successfully completed FINRA Series 7 and 66 examinations, or Series 63 and 65 examinations, or FINRA-recognized equivalents, sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration
Full-service brokerage experience
Financial advisement or planning experience
Client relationship management experience
Knowledge and understanding of Salesforce, Smart Station, or a contact management system
Financial services sales experience
Experience developing and cultivating professional relationships
US only: Designated insurance license requirements or equivalents must be completed within 30 days of hire if not immediately available to transfer upon hire
Must meet Consumer Financial Protection Bureau qualification requirements for Loan Originator positions
Must meet applicable financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness, and criminal background standards
Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate FINRA license(s) is required for ongoing employment
Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory
Must successfully complete FINRA background screening and a background check prior to hire
Must meet ongoing regulatory obligations, including periodic screening and mandatory reporting
Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Medical accommodation available during the application or interview process
Drug-free workplace