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Thrivent

Associate Financial Advisor (Ventura County)

Thrivent, Ventura, California, United States

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Meaningful work. Rewarding career.

Thrivent is a different kind of financial services firm, one that puts generosity at the center of saving and investing. Here, youll make an impact in the lives of the people you serve, helping them build, grow and protect financial well-being through purpose-based advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity.

Coastal Wealth Advisors is an independent financial services practice of Thrivent in Newbury Park, CA. We are growing and adding an Associate Financial Advisor to our team. As a team, we simplify peoples financial lives and maximize their opportunities through holistic planning, advice, and consistent execution. Thrivent is a member-owned financial services organization offering advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help clients make an impact on the people, causes and communities they love.

This is a full time, onsite role. Location: Newbury Park, CA 91320

Job Description This position provides support to our existing client base by working with Lead Advisor or independently. Position may be responsible for formulating and implementing advice but may also rely on team members to develop recommendations. Serves as a resource to Lead Advisor and clients in handling, researching, and communicating inquiries regarding their accounts and supports the daily operations of the practice.

As an Associate Financial Advisor, youll be a resource for our financial advisors and provide support to the clients of Coastal Wealth Advisors, including: Maintain existing client relationships through processing client requests, resolving client questions, and making sure client information and documentation are up to date Work independently with minimal supervision servicing and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients Maintain contact with clients to provide and/or obtain information, and answer product-related questions, and assist with transactions and service requests Assist Lead Advisors in the preparation and follow-up for client meetings Update and maintain client information in several planning tools, including Salesforce, Money Guide Pro, Morningstar, and others May fill out and sign Variable Life/Variable Annuity/Mutual Fund/Brokerage applications Complete electronic and paper service forms and new business applications May accept and/or enter trade orders from clients, including unsolicited trade orders Seek to identify potential sales opportunities with new and existing clients Partner with Financial Advisors to help close the opportunity May sit second chair in meetings to take notes May handle all post meeting tasks Other responsibilities as assigned by the Lead Advisor

You will be employed/contracted by Coastal Wealth Advisors.

Desired Characteristics Our culture and our people are special. Were looking for people who are

or want to become

part of the communities where clients live, work and worship. Our ideal candidate is:

Highly skilled in

planning and organizing

work to meet deadlines and priorities A strong

analytical thinker

who evaluates information and solves problems effectively Customer-focused , with a commitment to understanding needs and delivering quality service An effective

communicator

who conveys information clearly and professionally Strong in

interpersonal skills , building positive relationships with diverse stakeholders A collaborative

team player

who works well across teams to achieve shared goals Adaptable and flexible , thriving in changing or fast-paced environments

Requirements Securities (Series 7 and 66 or Series 7, 63 and 65) and resident state Life, Health and Annuities registration Satisfactory background check, fingerprinting and securities registration and/or insurance licensing verification, if applicable. Previous financial services experience desired, 3-5 years preferred Demonstrated customer service orientation/experience, 3+ years preferred Strong technical computer aptitude and knowledge of business tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce) or ability to learn Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a high quality of work while experiencing frequent interruptions Ability to maintain integrity of sensitive/confidential information

External/Internal Dependencies Must be able to work with all roles of the sponsoring financial advisor Must be able to represent the organization in work with external clients Must be able to cultivate and maintain relationships with outside organizations

Thrivent Investment Management is the sponsor for FINRA registration, and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is the sponsor for insurance licensure.

Compensation and Benefits The package will include a competitive salary of $80,000 - $110,000, splits for new business as well as potential bonuses, participation in a Simple IRA plan with employer match and option of medical stipend. Compensation will be market and situation-based, corresponding to the experience level and credentials of the candidate.

About Thrivent Thrivent is a diversified financial services organization that, with its subsidiary and affiliate companies, serves more than 2.4 million clients, offering advice, insurance, investments, banking and generosity products and programs. For more than 100 years, Thrivent has been helping Christians build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, Thrivent is a not-for-profit, membership-owned Fortune 500 company with $194 billion in assets under management/advisement (as of 12/31/24). Thrivent carries ratings from independent rating agencies which demonstrate the strength and stability of the organization, including an A++ rating from AM Best; an Aa2 rating from Moody's Investors Service; and an AA+ rating from S&P Global Ratings. Ratings are based on Thrivent's financial strength and claims-paying ability, but do not apply to investment product performance.

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Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRAs Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

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Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants. Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to

human.resources@thrivent.com

or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.