Annuity and Retirement Consultant

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Annuity and Retirement Consultant (Business Growth Strategy Associate) in the National Sales Client Relationship Group as part of Wealth and Investment Management (WIM). In this role, consultants support Financial Advisors fielding inbound and outbound calls on annuity and retirement products. Consultants will build collaborative relationships with annuity companies and educate Financial Advisors on appropriate retirement strategies to support clients' financial goals. Learn more about career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Wells Fargo Annuity Business via phone-based consultations, presentations and virtual meetings
• Maintain current and ongoing Annuity knowledge, offering Financial Advisors and their clients best in class retirement income strategies
• Provide SME support for Financial Advisors Planning Tools
• Partner with Financial Advisor assigned to a territory on business development activities
• Participate in planning and execution of tactical activities and projects that directly support or assist in implementation and optimization of efforts for growth opportunities in an assigned market
• Ensure adherence to compliance regulations and policies
• Perform research within Business Growth Strategy functional area, identify and select best channels and product combinations to improve effectiveness and efficiency of coverage in marketplace and to meet the unique needs of customers
• Receive direction from Business Growth Strategy supervisor and exercise independent judgment while developing strategies to enhance growth opportunities in a designated market
• Participate in defining and tracking metrics
• Collaborate and consult with Business Growth Strategy managers, colleagues, stakeholders, bankers, brokers, business, and community leaders, including internal or external customers to grow market share and meet customer needs

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ months of Business Growth Strategy experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• Successfully completed FINRA Series 6 (or 7) exam to qualify for immediate registration 

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge and understanding of Annuity Products, Social Security and Retirement Income Strategy
• North Carolina State Insurance license(s)
• Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) and Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) Designation
• FINRA registration including Series 63 or Series 66 (or FINRA recognized equivalents)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to consult, build, and maintain solid working relationships in and outside of the immediate department
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to work independently
• Good attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Job Expectations:

• Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 63 (or 66) examinations, or equivalent, along with designated insurance license requirements must be completed within a 90 or 180-day time period following commencement of employment, depending upon the number of license(s) needed if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at time of offer acceptance. Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory. In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance. For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite is required.
• This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.
• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Posting Location:

• 550 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC 28202

Posting End Date:

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.