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Get Access To All JobsWork Location:
Marlton, New Jersey, United States of America
Hours:
40
Pay Details:
$115,440 - $173,160 USD
TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.
As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.
Line of Business:
TD Wealth
Job Description:
The Financial Advisor Manager (FAM) is responsible for the direct management of a team of Financial Advisors. Key objectives of this job include hiring, on-boarding and direct management and supervision of the day to day activities and performance of the FAs in an assigned market/territory. Responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, training, coaching and mentoring Financial Advisors. The FAM will be the principal over the activity of his/her FAs, with responsibility for suitability, knowledge of products & platform, ultimate review of the business activity. The FAM will be responsible for Partnership activity with Retail and other Partners and for creating a positive relationship with Partners and driving referral activities. Responsible for providing advice through planning and the distribution of Mass Affluent products including annuities, managed solutions and insurance as well as high net worth and brokerage referrals for the Stores which the Financial Advisors (FAs) cover. This job is responsible for implementing plans and programs that create opportunities for their team and partners acquire new clients and deepen business with existing clients.
Depth & Scope:
- Direct supervision of Financial Advisors (FAs)
- Responsible for hiring, on-boarding and managing and directing the efforts and performance of FAs in an assigned geographic region(s)/territory(s) from licensing, training, coaching, mentoring, ramp-up, Mass Affluent sales and Wealth & brokerage referrals.
- Directly responsible for assuring FAs in the designated territory comply with all regulatory guidelines with respect to the Mass Affluent and TDPCW offering.
- Increases Mass Affluent product sales productivity and referral productivity through active coaching, planning with Retail Bank leadership including RMPs and RMMs.
- Directly accountable for assigned Mass Affluent revenue and Wealth/brokerage referral goals
- Territory management: work with Wealth and Retail leadership to align Store coverage to best meet the needs of territory; support and measure Store success; realign coverage as necessary.
- Develops strong relationships with Wealth, TD Bank Retail and other internal/external business partners. Leverages these networks to provide product training and sales ideas to improve sales and revenue within assigned territory(s).
- Responsible for supporting / completing most complex product sales suitability and client meetings. Serves as sales and product and platform expert resource for team.
- Executes high impact activities and ongoing sales / Mass Affluent product training, coaching and provides sales support related project coordination.
- Leads implementation of marketing programs.
- Lead the assessment of the performance of FAs within the assigned region/territory market.
- Provides insights to local competitive intelligence and market share analysis.
- Team with business development executive to launch campaigns that effectively generate leads and opportunities.
- Participates in community, and business development activities focused on enhancing profile as an expert in Mass Affluent sales within assigned Market.
- Directly accountable for team delivering financial plan proposals along with sales volumes, assets and revenue growth within assigned territory(s).
- Monitors, manages and approves expenditures, and prepares monthly financial statements and administrative reports.
- Provides leadership and works with managers to develop and retain highly competent, customer service-oriented FA staff; develops and maintains continuous FA pipeline to ensure staffing needs are met
- Extensive travel within territory(s) required.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 7 - 10+ years related experience
- Required Licenses or Registrations (or ability to obtain within Licensing & Registration Schedule): Life/Health, Series 65, 7 and 24
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proven managerial skills.
- Previous sales/leadership experience
- Demonstrated attention to detail and effective project management skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Demonstrated experience performing complex financial, statistical and budgetary analyses, preferably in the banking industry.
- Ability to travel within assigned Market; about 75% of time
- Driver’s License required
OCC Language:
- This position is with a FINRA member, broker and/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 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, and statements/certification from job applicant regarding administrative, civil, and/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 – Continuous
- International Travel – Occasional
- 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.
Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive 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.
Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development
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.
If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.
We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.
Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.
Work Location:
Marlton, New Jersey, United States of America
Hours:
40
Pay Details:
$115,440 - $173,160 USD
TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.
As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.
Line of Business:
TD Wealth
Job Description:
The Financial Advisor Manager (FAM) is responsible for the direct management of a team of Financial Advisors. Key objectives of this job include hiring, on-boarding and direct management and supervision of the day to day activities and performance of the FAs in an assigned market/territory. Responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, training, coaching and mentoring Financial Advisors. The FAM will be the principal over the activity of his/her FAs, with responsibility for suitability, knowledge of products & platform, ultimate review of the business activity. The FAM will be responsible for Partnership activity with Retail and other Partners and for creating a positive relationship with Partners and driving referral activities. Responsible for providing advice through planning and the distribution of Mass Affluent products including annuities, managed solutions and insurance as well as high net worth and brokerage referrals for the Stores which the Financial Advisors (FAs) cover. This job is responsible for implementing plans and programs that create opportunities for their team and partners acquire new clients and deepen business with existing clients.
Depth & Scope:
- Direct supervision of Financial Advisors (FAs)
- Responsible for hiring, on-boarding and managing and directing the efforts and performance of FAs in an assigned geographic region(s)/territory(s) from licensing, training, coaching, mentoring, ramp-up, Mass Affluent sales and Wealth & brokerage referrals.
- Directly responsible for assuring FAs in the designated territory comply with all regulatory guidelines with respect to the Mass Affluent and TDPCW offering.
- Increases Mass Affluent product sales productivity and referral productivity through active coaching, planning with Retail Bank leadership including RMPs and RMMs.
- Directly accountable for assigned Mass Affluent revenue and Wealth/brokerage referral goals
- Territory management: work with Wealth and Retail leadership to align Store coverage to best meet the needs of territory; support and measure Store success; realign coverage as necessary.
- Develops strong relationships with Wealth, TD Bank Retail and other internal/external business partners. Leverages these networks to provide product training and sales ideas to improve sales and revenue within assigned territory(s).
- Responsible for supporting / completing most complex product sales suitability and client meetings. Serves as sales and product and platform expert resource for team.
- Executes high impact activities and ongoing sales / Mass Affluent product training, coaching and provides sales support related project coordination.
- Leads implementation of marketing programs.
- Lead the assessment of the performance of FAs within the assigned region/territory market.
- Provides insights to local competitive intelligence and market share analysis.
- Team with business development executive to launch campaigns that effectively generate leads and opportunities.
- Participates in community, and business development activities focused on enhancing profile as an expert in Mass Affluent sales within assigned Market.
- Directly accountable for team delivering financial plan proposals along with sales volumes, assets and revenue growth within assigned territory(s).
- Monitors, manages and approves expenditures, and prepares monthly financial statements and administrative reports.
- Provides leadership and works with managers to develop and retain highly competent, customer service-oriented FA staff; develops and maintains continuous FA pipeline to ensure staffing needs are met
- Extensive travel within territory(s) required.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 7 - 10+ years related experience
- Required Licenses or Registrations (or ability to obtain within Licensing & Registration Schedule): Life/Health, Series 65, 7 and 24
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proven managerial skills.
- Previous sales/leadership experience
- Demonstrated attention to detail and effective project management skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Demonstrated experience performing complex financial, statistical and budgetary analyses, preferably in the banking industry.
- Ability to travel within assigned Market; about 75% of time
- Driver’s License required
OCC Language:
- This position is with a FINRA member, broker and/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 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, and statements/certification from job applicant regarding administrative, civil, and/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 – Continuous
- International Travel – Occasional
- 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.
Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive 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.
Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development
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.
If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.
We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.
Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Financial Advisor
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Financial Advisor position. A finance, economics, or accounting degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree may draw an RFE if the employer can't document why that specific field is required.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Financial Advisor roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. LCA history signals an employer already understands prevailing wage requirements and the H-1B filing timeline, which reduces friction after an offer.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, level, and metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor. Accepting below prevailing wage invalidates the LCA and stalls your petition.
Clarify licensing obligations with your employer
Many Financial Advisor roles require FINRA Series 7 or 66 licenses. Confirm whether your employer expects you to sit exams before or after your H-1B is approved, since exam eligibility and sponsorship timelines don't always align.
Ask about cap-exempt filing options early
If a potential employer is a nonprofit, university, or government research organization, they may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filing, meaning no lottery and year-round filing. Wealth management arms of universities or foundations sometimes fall under this category.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation
The O*NET profile for Financial Advisors lists the degree requirements and knowledge domains USCIS reviews when assessing specialty occupation. Your employer's attorney will use this in the petition. Review it so you can speak to how your role maps to those criteria.
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Find Financial Advisor JobsFinancial Advisor H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Advisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, economics, or accounting. Roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field are harder to defend as specialty occupations. Your employer needs to document in the LCA and I-129 petition that the degree requirement is tied to the actual duties of the job.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Financial Advisors?
Wirehouses, regional broker-dealers, registered investment advisors, private banks, and the wealth management divisions of large commercial banks are the most active sponsors. Smaller independent advisory firms sponsor less often because the legal and filing costs are harder to absorb. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA filing history for this specific occupation before targeting your applications.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Financial Advisor H-1B petitions?
The DOL sets four wage levels for each occupation by metro area. Your employer must certify on the LCA that your offered salary meets at least the Level 1 wage for your location and job title. Financial Advisor prevailing wages vary significantly between cities, so a salary that meets the threshold in one metro may fall short in another. Check the OFLC Wage Search for the specific figures before your employer files.
Do FINRA licenses affect H-1B eligibility or timing for Financial Advisors?
FINRA licenses like the Series 7 or Series 66 don't affect H-1B eligibility directly, but they can create practical timeline conflicts. Some employers won't let you work in a client-facing capacity until you're licensed, while the H-1B petition process takes months. Clarify with your employer whether you can complete licensing exams while in status on OPT or before your H-1B start date, and confirm the sequencing in writing before accepting an offer.
Is it possible to change employers as a Financial Advisor on H-1B?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer to a new H-1B employer once your petition has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status ends. Because Financial Advisor duties vary between employers, document that the new role still meets specialty occupation standards to reduce RFE risk.
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