What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investment Associate position at Northwestern Mutual - North Carolina?
OVERALL FUNCTION
The Berry Network Office of Northwestern Mutual is seeking an Investment Associate who works with financial representatives to deliver financial security to their clients through a comprehensive planning process that integrates risk and investment products. Investment Associates help financial representatives increase productivity by providing planning and integrated operations support. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with assigned representatives
- Prepare integrated plans using software (PX and Illustration System)
- Prepare investment advisor proposals
- Review and submit applications for insurance and investments
- Actively manage underwriting and onboarding process, and regularly follow up on outstanding requirements
- Process any services requests including policy changes, asset movement, and EFT drafts
- Lead IPS training for new advisors
- Monitoring, processing, and following up on asset transfers and on initial and subsequent funding of advisory accounts
- Monitoring industry trends and research
QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
- Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong attention to details and accuracy
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to take independent action to make sound decisions
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Committed to professional development (e.g., licensing, registration, designations)
- Series 6 and 63 Required; Series 7 preferred
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree required plus 2 years of related experience and/or training
