FTJ Retirement Advisors provide advice with Investment and Insurance-related services to individual clients, employers, and families. These services are delivered through an innovative financial planning approach that help clients achieve their goals. Forrest T. Jones & Company (FTJ) is a third-generation, family-owned business whose history stretches back more than 65 years. FTJ is an insurance agency, broker, and third-party administrator licensed in all U.S. states and the District of Columbia who today serves more than half a million insured through its national, regional marketing, and third-party administration activities.
Financial Services Representative
Location
United States
Posted
68 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Mid Level
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Job Description
Financial Services Representative
Forrest T Jones & Company
Role Description Establish, maintain, and enhance relationships with education institutions and other non-profit entities to increase 403(b) and 457 retirement plan participation on behalf of both FTJ Retirement Advisors and FTJ. Work with employees, individuals, and their families to prepare financially for retirement and various life events. Work location is remote, Northeast Missouri. Primary Responsibilities - Recruit new and grow existing assets under management. - Meet with prospects and existing clients to discuss their financial goals, educate and answer questions about various investment options and potential risks. - Meet with School Districts and non-profit organizations providing financial planning education designed to improve 403(b)/457(b) plan participation rates. - Assess the financial needs of individuals and assist them with developing a financial plan. - Memorialize and input prospect and client communication into CRM. - Perform other related duties as assigned and required. Qualifications - Ability to work independently and with a strong internal drive for achievement. - Requires excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to make effective presentations to specific target groups. - Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Requirements - Series 6 or 7, 63, & 65/66 or able to obtain within first 90 days of employment. - Missouri and/or Kansas Life and Health licenses. - Prior work experience in mutual funds, annuities, and Life Insurance. - Prior work with group benefit plans and 501(c)(3) organizations preferred. Benefits - Comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including company-paid medical, STD, LTD, and life insurance. - Voluntary dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance. - 401(k) with company matching. - Generous paid time off and much more. Company Description FTJ Retirement Advisors provide advice with Investment and Insurance-related services to individual clients, employers, and families. These services are delivered through an innovative financial planning approach that help clients achieve their goals. Forrest T. Jones & Company (FTJ) is a third-generation, family-owned business whose history stretches back more than 65 years. FTJ is an insurance agency, broker, and third-party administrator licensed in all U.S. states and the District of Columbia who today serves more than half a million insured through its national, regional marketing, and third-party administration activities.
Job Requirements
- Ability to work independently and with a strong internal drive for achievement.
- Requires excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to make effective presentations to specific target groups.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Series 6 or 7, 63, & 65/66 or able to obtain within first 90 days of employment.
- Missouri and/or Kansas Life and Health licenses.
- Prior work experience in mutual funds, annuities, and Life Insurance.
- Prior work with group benefit plans and 501(c)(3) organizations preferred.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including company-paid medical, STD, LTD, and life insurance.
- Voluntary dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- Generous paid time off and much more.
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