Licensed Securities Specialist

Are you a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional looking to support a growing financial advisory practice? A Financial Advisor affiliated with Foster Klima is seeking a licensed securities specialist to manage client service and operational tasks for their personal practice, as well as oversee investment operations. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the advisor in delivering exceptional client experiences and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

You will have the opportunity to work on a hybrid schedule.

This position requires industry experience, above and beyond customer service, and exceptional organizational skills. This is an opportunity to have an immediate impact on clients and colleagues while having the ability to grow and evolve with the business over time and grow your career within.

• Client correspondence, calendar management, and operational command of the financial planning practice
• Account opening and maintenance (Investment accounts, Insurance plans, and Financial Planning agreements)
• Preparing documents using financial planning software and other systems
• Facilitating investment operations training for new advisors and staff
• Handling the escalation of operational issues for advisors/staff and working with appropriate parties to achieve resolution
• Managing daily/weekly tasks related to investment operations for the firm
• Marketing, various projects, and other tasks as needed
• General professionalism, “Above and Beyond” customer service, and strict adherence to all regulatory, compliance, and confidentiality standards are essential components of this role
• In addition to these day-to-day tasks, there will be other duties that arise during business – flexibility and a “team player” attitude are essential

• Previous experience in the financial services industry is required
• Life, Accident, and Health Insurance license prior to start date
• Investment licensed prior to start date (Series 6, Series 63, Series 7, and/or Series 66)

$60,000 - $90,000

Foster Klima is a respected financial services agency affiliated with Guardian Life Insurance Company. With over 150 years of history in the Midwest, we’re committed to helping clients — and our advisors — build lasting financial success. We believe in empowering caring, responsible individuals to take control of their financial futures.

Let’s Talk!

If you’re ready to start a career that offers purpose, flexibility, and growth, we’d love to hear from you. No sales territory restrictions — you can work with clients across the U.S. once licensed.