Sr. Analyst, Advisor Services - NAS (Annuities)

Are you passionate about being part of a team that delivers extraordinary care to help individuals and businesses prepare for and protect their retirement? If so, then Nationwide Financial could be the place for you!

This position can be located in any of the Scottsdale, AZ, Columbus, OH, or Louisville, KY locations.

This is an E3 band role.

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Job Description Summary
Asking questions, inferring what customers need and finding the right solutions for them is what makes our work unique and meaningful. If you are self-motivated, can adapt to change, problem solve and drive for great results, whether working on a project or a key account, we want to know more about you!

As a Senior Analyst, you'll serve as the agent of record for the referral process in the registered investment advisor (RIA) channel. You'll be a key component to the sales process, reviewing applications from RIA sales for all products. We'll count on you to have frequent contact with clients and to formally recommend a product to them. It will be important to stay current on all regulations, internal procedures and to maintain a level of expertise on all RIA products to meet critical regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Collects and analyzes information to develop an understanding of the client's current situation and their needs and objectives.
• Consults with the client to provide the most appropriate strategies and solutions.
• Conducts a call with the underlying client and formally makes a recommendation on which product to select. Recommendations are required to be both suitable and in the best interest of the client. Must detail this information for possible regulatory review.
• Completes applications and maintains appropriate documentation.
• Meets all regulatory requirements under applicable laws. Adheres to all firm compliance and supervisory policies of the broker-dealer and Nationwide Securities, LLC.
• Manages any state-specific nuances that fall outside of the standard process.
• Knows all Nationwide Advisory Solutions (NAS) products and processes and serves as a primary point of contact for clients, RIA sales team and the financial advisor with whom they work.
• Assists the NAS sales team with various requests including portfolio/fund tax analysis, illustrations through Morningstar, fund mapping and cost comparisons.
• Serves as point of contact for advisors who do not work directly with the Territory Managers and coordinates with sales leaders to support national RIA firms.

May performs other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Supervisor, Advisor Services, NAS.

Typical Skills and Experiences:

Education: Undergraduate degree in insurance, sales, business, marketing or related fields preferred.

License/Certification/Designation: Successful completion of onsite training class, FINRA Series 6, Series 63, and state life license - 120 days post hire - is required. CFP/CFA certifications encouraged. Series 65 strongly encouraged.

Experience: One to three years of relevant industry, sales or customer service experience. Prior sales/customer service experience in financial services strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Proven knowledge of insurance products. Solid understanding of the state and local laws vital to understanding legal implications of product features in different states. Proven independent judgment and decision-making, ability for relationship building, positive outlook, time management/organization skills, receptive to coaching, ability to balance multiple priorities and excellent communication skills, including professional presence and active listening.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager's leader and Human Resources Business Partner.

Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions:

Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. No travel required.

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Credit/Background Check: Due to the fiduciary accountabilities within this job, a valid credit and/or background check will be required as part of the selection process.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental, paid time off plus nine paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.