The Financial Consultant provides in person and virtual counseling for all participants, new entrants, prospects, beneficiaries and their legal and financial representatives on the complete spectrum of TIAA products and services. This job covers institutions aligned to regional structures and offers financial planning advice via in person, phone and video chat to help clients accomplish their immediate and long-term financial goals.
During your initial period of employment, you will receive training on TIAA's products and the role will be non-exempt – meaning you will be paid on an hourly basis and eligible for overtime pay. After the training period has concluded, the role will be exempt and you will be paid on a salaried basis at the same rate (i.e., your weekly salary will be equal to your hourly rate multiplied by 40) and you will no longer be eligible for overtime pay. All licenses must be obtained within 120 days from start date.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Counsels participants on their pension plans, tax deferred annuities and other available investment options in order to help clients retain and increase assets.
- Educates, recommends and facilitates new product purchases (including retail mutual funds, annuities, IRAs, 529 and 403b, bank products, life insurance and others) and provides authoritative information upon which important personal financial planning decisions are based.
- Interacts with retirement plan participants to provide exceptional customer service and execute transaction and service requests.
- Utilizes knowledge of tax and investment strategies to inform financial advice based on clients' financial needs and objectives.
- Communicates internally with cross-business partnerships to develop and implement TIAA products and services to support clients and company initiatives.
- Develops and maintains strong relationship with Institutional Plan Sponsors.
Educational Requirements
- University (Degree) Preferred
Work Experience
- 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred
FINRA Registrations
- SRC Indicator: Series 7; Series 63
Licenses and Certifications
- Life and Health Insurance License (Resident State) - Multiple Issuers required within 120 Days
Physical Requirements
- Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work
Career Level
7IC
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- 3+ years of client service or financial sales experience preferred
- Professional designation strongly desired: CLU, ChFC, etc.
- Expert knowledge of financial planning concepts; including a broad knowledge of TIAA products
- Must be highly organized and capable of proficiently handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and sales skills, including experience presenting to large audiences
- Agility in determining and managing priorities
- Key traits: integrity, understanding, team player, results-driven, personal excellence, embodies an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit
- Travel required
Related Skills
Accountability, Business Development, Client Service, Commercial Acumen, Commercial Mindset, Communication, Financial Markets Impact, Group Problem Solving, Inspires Others, Negotiation, Relationship Management, Retirement Planning Selling
Anticipated Posting End Date:
2024-10-18
Base Pay Range: $65,300/yr. - $108,500/yr.
Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).
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Company Overview
TIAA is the leading provider of financial services in the academic, research, medical, cultural and government fields. We offer a wide range of financial solutions, including investing, banking, advice and education, and retirement services.
Benefits and Total Rewards
The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
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What We Do
Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years, weʼve delivered it for millions of people—and weʼre not done yet. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, today weʼre a market-leading retirement company fueled by world-class asset management.
But weʼre not just another legacy financial services firm. Weʼre fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need us.
And weʼre hiring. When you work at TIAA, youʼre making a difference in the lives of our clients. Weʼre always on the lookout for great people to become part of our coalition of champions and are committed to providing equal opportunity across all employment practices as we believe our employees have a right to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join our team today in the fight to help more people to and through retirement.
Why Work With Us
TIAA provides financial security for millions and offers our employees opportunities to grow in a culture that embraces diversity, innovation, and high performance.
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