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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Assist Financial Advisors in servicing clients including preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing client trades and transactions.

2. Receive and place orders as directed from Financial Advisor and assigned clients. Reply to queries regarding general market information such as quotes and news, as well as trading and order features such as GTC expiration dates and settlement.

3. Process corporate actions where a license is warranted, such as tender offers, optional dividends and the exercise of warrants and rights.

4. Schedule and confirm client appointments, enter data in SalesForce, create meeting agendas and summaries, prepare/coordinate marking events and perform general administrative functions such as answer and return calls, manage the expense report process, prepare routine client correspondence and perform maintenance of client records.

5. Manage the financial advisor's calendar to maximize the appointments' productivity by minimizing travel time and anticipating the time frame required for presentation and answering of questions.

6. Maximize sales opportunities by contacting potential investment clients based on internal and bank leads. Use product and industry knowledge to identify existing client, account, and product attributes that present sales potential.

7. Provide operational guidance to Financial Advisors ranging from systems navigation to document fulfillment.

8. Ensure new business paperwork is accurately successfully submitted. This includes preparing forms to be presented to clients, obtaining appropriate signatures, submission and follow-up of new account documentation.

9. Mitigate risk through appropriate authentication standards. This includes the authentication of incoming and outgoing client calls. Required to perform authentication callbacks for high risk transactions, such as third party distributions, profile changes and wires.

10. Maintain a professional environment and create a positive impression.

11. Submit and process certain operational requests as instructed by the Financial Advisor and/or client. These may include: funds distributions, deposits of checks, journals, client and account updates, ACAT initiation and other operational tasks.

12. Work in coordination with the Financial Advisor to ensure certain reports are reviewed and addressed, such as insufficient funds for periodic distributions and RMDs not met.

13. May assist with physical branch location needs, such as opening, closing, general requests for maintenance or service.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and related training.

2. Experience in the securities industry and/or a sales assistant role.

3. Knowledge of securities markets and brokerage accounts.

4. Knowledge of the features and attributes of annuity products.

5. FINRA SIE, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 7 and Series 66 (or 63 & 65) licenses. (Preference is for all licenses but will consider candidates that have at least 1 of the required licenses and can obtain the additional licenses during employment)

6. Exceptional telephone skills and the ability to appropriately interact with clients of all experience levels regarding securities transactions and brokerage accounts.

7. Effective time management skills.

8. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, managers and other teammates.

9. Ability to evaluate, assimilate and utilize detailed and complex written and verbal technical information.

10. Ability to work in a self-directed fashion.

11. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Three years of experience in the securities industry.

2. Previous sales and/or banking experience.

3. Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, banking or equivalent education and related training.

4. Demonstrated experience in a call center or brokerage office environment, preferably focusing on outbound sales calls.

Depth & Scope:

• Demonstrates a commitment to being customer-centric by ensuring legendary service is provided during every customer interaction to maximize retention and growth
• Ensures all NEW clients receive the complete onboarding experience, which includes; A thorough client discovery leading to a truly exceptional Private Client Experience, An introduction to the IA and TA as per client needs, and the completion of all requisite client profiling documents
• May work with more complex clients
• Will be able to have a more fulsome discussion with clients before bringing in subject matter experts
• Ensures those existing clients, where it would add value, are provided with a Private Client Planning Experience
• Effectively implement a process with CSAs to ensure every client receives an Annual Client Review (ACR) meeting with an enhanced agenda focused on the clients overall wealth needs, as well as a minimum of two annual pro-active contacts
• Serves as the primary point of contact for TD Wealth client relationships; manages all aspects of the clients relationships with TD Bank
• Implements and executes a differentiated service model/experience for HNW clients
• Meets quarterly and annual referral goals for investments and trust business
• Deepens wallet share by anticipating client needs and suggesting the most appropriate banking, lending and/or investment solutions
• Maximizes profitability, while ensuring the client receives an exceptional client experience
• Leverages and coordinates specialists (Taxes, Trust and Estate) to provide interdisciplinary expertise for our most complex clients
• Identifies opportunities within your portfolio and network to refer business to Retail and Commercial Partners
• Executes in a manner that is compliant with regulations, policies and procedures
• Adheres to all federal, state, SRO regulations and Firm policies related to all business activities (e.g. OCC, SEC, FINRA etc.)
• Ensures all Continuing Education requirements are attained
• Responsible for understanding and adhering to TD Wealth AML/ATF Policies and Procedures
• Responsible for implementing TDs Customer Identification Program (CIP) by collecting and verifying required customer identification information, and performing other Customer Due Diligence and Enhanced Due Diligence Requirements as outlined in the Business Unit AML procedures
• Transitions lower threshold clients to appropriate Wealth Partners, as needed, to ensure capacity for target market clients
• Responsible for fostering and contributing to a positive and constructive work environment with a focus on supporting the overall Wealth team
• Provides guidance to junior staff
• Contributes individually, as a team member and as a mentor to more junior staff, to ensure strong performance, collaboration and enthusiasm that set TD Wealth Private Client apart from our competitors
• Represents TD Wealth to the general public in a professional manner
• Be involved in the community and support TDBG charity and community initiatives
• May lead activities of unit, assigning, prioritizing and monitoring work. Provides direction and answers questions as needed
• Provides technical guidance and assists staff with most complex aspects of work as necessary

Education & Experience:

• 4-year degree highly preferred
• Advanced degree or MBA preferred
• Preferred a minimum of 10 years financial services experience in a production capacity (i.e. track record for meeting sales goals) required
• Valid Series 7, 63 + 65 or 66
• Valid and active Life & Health insurance licenses
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP), preferred
• Strong understanding of private banking business development techniques, products, services and overall industry
• Advanced understanding and experience with commercial banking relationships and experience interacting with high-net worth clients
• Consultative sales experience required
• Proven ability to establish relationships and partner effectively with other departments within TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank
• Proven business development track record
• Strong market presence with wide network of outside referral sources for new business
• High level of personalized customer service skills, including ability to work with wide variety of clients and provide an exceptional level of service
• Strong credit and financial analysis skills
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, as well as part of a team - working well with other team members and keeping all relevant individuals, including management, up to date in a timely manner
• Ability to work within an organization to influence and get things done without direct authority
• Organized self-starter with ability to work independently with little direct guidance
• Refined negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Membership in civic and professional organizations required upon on-boarding
• Must have experience working within a highly collaborative team environment
• Criminal and financial background investigation is required pursuant to FINRA Rule 3010(e) and successor regulations

Customer Accountabilities:

• Understands and supports the Bank's Customer Service Strategy
• Considers the impact of decisions on the well-being of TD, its Customers and stakeholders
• Provides the highest level of Customer service when dealing with internal partners, vendors or our Customers - WOW at every opportunity
• Models quality service delivery at every interaction
• Leads and contributes to the ongoing improvement of the partner / Customer experience

Employee/Team Accountabilities:

• Be engaged in advancing and sustaining a unique, inclusive culture that reflects TDs diversity agenda, and create an extraordinary employee experience
• Participates fully as a member of the team and contribute to a positive work environment
• May provide leadership, training, and guidance to other team members
• Ensures ongoing communication with the team on the status / progress of projects and issues / points of interest
• Actively shares information and knowledge, and proactively learn from the expertise of others

OCC Language:

• This position falls within the definition of Loan Originator as defined under Regulation Z of the Truth in Lending Act, 12 CFR Part 1026.36; and the definition of Mortgage Loan Originator as defined under the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act), 12 U.S.C. §§ 5102 et seq., and its implementing regulations, 12 CFR Part 1007; and is with a FINRA member, broker or dealer and is subject to the requirements of FINRA and Securities Laws. May (or may not) be a registered position under FINRA
• Must be eligible for employment with a covered financial institution under the standards established by Regulation Z of the Truth in Lending Act, 12 CFR Part 1026.36
• Must be eligible for registration as a registered mortgage loan originator with the NMLS (Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry) in accordance with the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act), 12 U.S.C. §§ 5102 et seq., and its implementing regulations, 12 CFR Part 1007
• Must be eligible for employment under standards established by FINRA. Subject to the investigation and verification requirements of FINRA Rule 3110(e), including: the Firm's obligation to investigate the good character, business reputation, qualifications and experience of an applicant for registration before applying to register the applicant with FINRA and filing the applicant's Form U4 with the CRD, and before representing on the applicant's Form U4 that it has conducted this investigation and verified the accuracy and completeness of the information contained in the applicant's Form U4; and the Firm's obligation to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information contained on the applicant’s Form U4, no later than 30 calendar days after the Form U4 is filed with FINRA
• Satisfactory results on a criminal background check, credit report check, civil litigation search, and regulatory agency or self-regulatory organization enforcement action search, andstatements/certificationfrom job applicant regarding administrative, civil, or criminal findings by any government agency/authority or self-regulatory organization, are required by federal law for this position

Physical Requirements:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

• Domestic Travel – Occasional
• International Travel – Never
• Performing sedentary work – Continuous
• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous
• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional
• Sitting – Continuous
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never
• Squatting – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Kneeling – Never
• Crawling – Never
• Climbing – Never
• Reaching overhead – Never
• Reaching forward – Occasional
• Pushing – Never
• Pulling – Never
• Twisting – Never
• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous
• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous
• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

Our Total Rewards Package

awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition.

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.