Job Description:

Job Description: This EGP Trainee is a training program to develop and prepare candidates to further develop and service the FA Teams client base. The Trainee role allows EGP Specialist to become fully license and require the appropriate designations before taking on the full EGP Specialist role. This position operates in a marketing and sales development role by implementing and executing the Elite Growth Practice. Specific accountabilities for the role may vary depending on the teams practice. Performance is measured by the FA or FA team through specific goals, metrics, and behaviors related to the execution of the EGP model. Core Responsibilities: Develop and service client segments and the next generation and their next generations and beneficiaries. Gather additional assets from existing client base and deepen relationships by partnering with all Merrill partners to deliver a full breadth solutions. Coordinate technological support through the development of portfolio analysis, proposals and direct mail campaigns utilizing Salesforce and other tools and resources. Provide technical expertise in certain product areas (e.g. Corporate 401(k), Rule 144, Insurance, Wealth Management Workstation) Provide marketing and organizational support. This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since your position requires SAFE Act registration, you will be required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process. Failure to obtain and/or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Role is designed to allow employees to study and obtain all required registrations. This role is an FA Paid Resource.

The Elite Growth Practice (EGP) Senior Investment Manager position may be filled at a Trainee, Specialist or Senior level depending on experience of the candidate and needs of the Financial Advisor Team.  The Trainee is a non-exempt position for a hire lacking required security licenses and/or designation.  This position allows the individual to become fully licensed and achieve the appropriate designations required for the position.  If Series 7 and 66 (or 63 & 65) licenses and approved designation are not currently held, must be obtained within a specified timeframe to be eligible for Specialist position.

This Elite Growth Practice (EGP) Senior Investment Manager is responsible for defining and owning the Financial Advisor(s) and/or Advisor Team(s) overall investment management philosophy through the development of portfolio strategy, and leading a sound investment management process. Would act as team CIO, leading the investment committee for large teams, and working in close partnership with internal specialists to deliver holistic investment solutions by identifying and establishing targeted investment strategies. Strong ability to connect with clients and communicate CIO research in a concise and compelling manner. Ensure risk profiles, goals, objectives and asset allocations are aligned and reflected properly for each client. Senior-level expertise in a wide range of investment product areas and ability to deliver full range of products and services across the enterprise, ensuring alignment to client goals and strategies. Oversee preparation and present client performance review reports to measure progress to goals. Serves as subject matter expert for all investment-related questions that come in from clients. This role is an FA Paid Resource.

Skills:

• Causation Analysis
• Financial Management
• Investment Management
• Trading Strategy
• Trading and Investment Analysis
• Portfolio Analysis
• Portfolio Management
• Price Verification and Valuation
• Trade Monitoring
• Trading
• Client Investments Management
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Forecasting and Modeling
• Wealth Planning

Required Qualifications:

• Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent; must obtain all state registrations held by the Financial Advisor(s) and Advisor Team(s) they support. If Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent are not currently held, must be obtained within a specified timeframe to be eligible for Specialist position.
• SAFE Act Registration; ADV-2B Required
• CFP® or CPWA® designation and/or obtain/maintain at least one firm approved designation
• Possess and demonstrate strong communication skills
• Superior relationship management skills to partner effectively across the entire Wealth Management space
• Strong analytical and portfolio management skills with the ability to identify trends and implement investment strategies to increase growth and mitigate risk
• Ability to make sound decisions through a deep understanding of investment management best practices and policies/procedures with a strong risk mindset
• Ability to identify client needs and concerns and articulate appropriate approach to align solutions to goals in a suitable and controlled way
• Minimum of 10 years of experience performing specialist level responsibilities or equivalent industry experience​

Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 

37.5

Pay Transparency details

US - NY - New York - 114 W 47TH ST (NY8114)Pay and benefits informationPay range$28.50 - $48.08 hourly pay, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.Formulaic incentive eligibleThis role is eligible to participate in a formulaic incentive plan. Employees are eligible for incentives as detailed by the specific line of business incentive plan provisions. Formulaic plans may be comprised of monthly, quarterly and/or annual incentive opportunities. Incentives are earned based on the employee’s performance against defined metrics.BenefitsThis role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.