Full-Time

Wealth Advisor II

Posted on 11/15/2024

Truist

Truist

501-1,000 employees

Platform for Registered Investment Advisors' operations

Fintech
Financial Services

Mid, Senior

Houston, TX, USA

Category
Asset Management
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Insurance
Investment Banking
Private Equity
Risk Management
Sales & Trading
Treasury
Venture Capital
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • FINRA: Maintains proper licenses including Series 7, Series 66, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam as applicable Life, Health, and Variable insurance licenses
  • 5 or more years of sales and client management experience in Wealth Management and a demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of affluent and high net worth clients
  • Successful track record using interpersonal, sales, presentation and relationship management skills previously demonstrated in the affluent marketplace
  • Solid and reputable credit knowledge
  • Advanced knowledge of current deposit, credit and investment products
  • Successful background working in a goal based, results-driven, sales environment that uses tools such as leaderboards, pipeline reporting and other sale management tools to be successful
  • Ability to thrive and be an active participate on a team
  • Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
  • Must be SAFE Mortgage Licensing Act compliant within 30 days of employment in this role, including new or transfer of registration, and applicable NMLS acceptable background check
Responsibilities
  • Meet revenue growth, profitability and client retention goals by acquiring new clients through business development and expanding services and marketing new products to existing clients
  • Focuses on targeted prospecting and developing relationships with external referral sources; effectively work with various specialists and IRM partners who are designated to support client service and business development efforts (e.g. credit, mortgage, planning, investment, trust and fiduciary services, and insurance services) in a manner that promotes client retention and prospect referrals. This includes effectively executing on the specialist delivery model utilizing both centralized and regionalized partners to appropriately protect the inherent cost-to-serve requirements of the corporation.
  • Uses advanced credit knowledge to help lead the conversation and advice delivery model with clients and prospects
  • Partners with Truist product specialists, including investments, trust, mortgage, insurance, etc., using a team approach to deliver solutions to client's financial needs and to enhance existing relationships.
  • Thrives in a team based approach to deliver the full suite of Truist Wealth solutions.
  • Continuously act as a culture champion that is aligned with Truist's Purpose, Mission and Values
  • Proactively establish and maintain mutually beneficial business relationships with internal and external centers of influence such as the CCB, CIG, groups as well as the regional leadership team, local advisory board members, outside Certified Public Accountants (CPA), attorneys, civic associations and other individuals and organizations to enhance the marketing efforts of the team
  • Stays updated and abreast of changing economic, legal, financial planning, investment trends and general market and business issues impacting affluent clients. Serve as a personal financial planning/advisory resource for clients, their attorneys and CPAs.
  • Maintain appropriate legal, operating and regulatory controls to manage risk and compliance. Works within the existing audit, compliance and regulatory framework in order to ensure a high quality, compliant portfolio of relationships.
  • Using sound judgment on expense and operational efficiency

Truist offers a platform for Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) to improve their operations and client services. The platform includes tools like live chat support, commission-free trading, and an automated rebalancer, allowing RIAs to manage their businesses more efficiently and serve more clients at lower costs. Unlike competitors, Truist provides these services for free and monetizes through a custodian service that helps RIAs reduce overhead. The goal is to empower RIAs to grow their businesses and enhance client experiences.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$437.2M

Headquarters

Culver City, California

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

24%

1 year growth

38%

2 year growth

74%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $169M Series E funding round indicates strong investor confidence and provides substantial capital for further innovation and expansion.
  • Collaborations with leading providers like Orion Advisor Solutions and Kwanti enhance Altruist's platform capabilities, making it more attractive to RIAs.
  • Acquiring Shareholders Service Group expands Altruist's service offerings and client base, positioning it to compete with industry giants like Schwab and Fidelity.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the RIA market includes established players like Schwab and Fidelity, which could challenge Altruist's growth and market penetration.
  • Rapid expansion and multiple integrations may lead to operational complexities and potential service disruptions.

What makes Truist unique

  • Altruist offers a simplified tech stack specifically designed for RIAs, unlike broader financial platforms that cater to multiple financial service providers.
  • Their commission-free fractional share trading and automated rebalancer features provide cost-effective solutions that are not commonly bundled together in competing platforms.
  • The vertically-integrated custodian service allows Altruist to streamline operations and reduce overhead costs for RIAs, setting it apart from traditional custodial services.

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