Financial Advisor

HilltopSecurities is looking to hire a Financial Advisor in Austin, Texas. This role will be responsible for creating, implementing, and continually reviewing financial plans that include strategies designed to help clients pursue their long-term goals. Devise and execute business development strategies to attract and acquire new clients. Become an integral partner of an existing advisory team assisting in client communications and development. 

• Devise and execute business development strategies to attract and acquire new clients
• Operate using independent judgment when analyzing clients’ financial needs, goals, sensitivity to risk, investment horizon, and possible tax exposure
• Advise clients regarding the advantages and disadvantages of different investment strategies
• Execute investment transactions according to established policies
• Create, implement, and continually review a plan that includes strategies designed to help clients pursue their long-term goals
• Act as the steward of the client assets and achieve client satisfaction and loyalty through excellent service

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or other business related major
• Minimum of two years retail brokerage or related experience
• NASD Series 7 and Series 65 or Series 66 licenses required
• Knowledge of securities related products including mutual funds, variable and fixed insurance products, unit investment trusts, investment advisory programs and individual securities.
• Solid understanding and track record in following applicable industry regulations and practices
• Excellent interpersonal skills and high level of integrity
• Proven ability to analyze, interpret, and solve complex problems
• Competitive drive and achievement oriented
• Excellent verbal communication and sales presentation skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.