Investment Advisor Representative (IAR)

As an Investment Advisor Representative with ROI Financial Advisors, candidates develop and grow their own client base, supported by branch associates, an office team and other regional financial advisors. You’ll benefit from the experience that comes from over a 12-year history. Our Investment Advisor Representatives are a key value to our team, and we credit the success of ROI Financial Advisors to our team’s unique experiences, client relationships, and professionalism.

ROI Financial Advisors is built on the foundation of helping positively impact clients’ portfolios, helping them achieve long-term wealth building goals, and learning about asset management.

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Investment Advisor Representative (IAR – SERIES 65/CFP) summary:

Financial Advisors work closely with clients and finance professionals to strategize ways to enhance profitability or minimize debt expenses. Their job is to meet with clients to help them develop wealth management strategies and other long-term financial practices to maximize their wealth into the future. They may also be responsible for assisting clients in creating a long-term budgeting plan based on their income, personal expense needs and outstanding debts.

Investment Advisor Representative (IAR) duties and responsibilities:

A Financial Advisor is responsible for educating clients on the products and services available to help them best utilize their available funds and achieve important monetary goals. The ideal candidate must have the highest interpersonal skills, with an entrepreneurial attitude towards expanding the client base. The individual must also have sound judgment in adopting the investment positions agreed to by clients. The ideal candidate should have prior experience as a stockbroker or financial planner, with a certified financial planner certification. The minimum education requirement is a bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance.

Investment Advisor Representative (IAR) job duties include:

  • Meeting with clients to determine their financial objectives, risk tolerance, income, expenses and assets
  • Offering strategic advice about investments, insurance coverage, and debt management tools
  • Securing stocks and bonds and establishing progressive savings accounts
  • Moving money from accounts per industry and federal regulations
  • Performing market research to stay current with financial trends
  • Preparing financial documents, such as income projections and investment reports
  • Maintaining compliance with all rules and regulations in the financial industry
  • Identifying and pursuing potential clients to maintain a strong client base
  • In-depth understanding of employer, industry and federal regulations
  • Knowledge of financial options, including investments, loans, savings accounts and stock options
  • Expertise in financial planning and investment strategies
  • Familiarity with the securities, mutual fund and insurance industries
  • Advanced ability to analyze and explain market data
  • Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database and financial planning software
  • Analytical thinking skills and the ability to assess clients’ needs
  • Excellent communication abilities, including writing, speaking and active listening
  • Effective sales, presentation and customer service skills
  • Good organization and time management skills
  • Strong communications skills and self-starter
  • Love of learning and challenges, including determination to succeed
  • Skilled in long-term relationship building
  • Adaptable to new information seeking the right solutions for clients
  • Comfortable in your ability to think critically
  • Passion for new opportunities

Investment Advisor Representative (IAR) education and training requirements:

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree – Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business
  • Master’s degree – Finance or Business Administration

PREFERED:

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification (Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards)
  • CRPC™ or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™

Investment Advisor Representative (IAR) Working Conditions:

Will work from a local office. Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Portland, or Clackamas.

* Expanding quickly into new locations

What ROI Financial Offers:

  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Unique and collaborative work environment
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday – Standard hours