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To provide financial consulting services to assist members and non-members with identifying their financial goals and objectives via telephone or video meeting. Act as a catalyst for the promotion and growth of NFIS products and services. Recommend appropriate mixture(s) of insurance/investment products and services to achieve the financial client’s goals as a registered representative/advisor/agent of Navy Federal Investment Services (NFIS) and subsidiaries, or incumbent financial firms. Manage smaller dollar volume account size and less complex investment needs. Partners with and refers advanced financial planning needs to NFIS Financial Advisors when needed. Works on assignments that are moderately difficult and under supervision.
Responsibilities
- Provide investment industry expertise to client investment consultations and servicing of life insurance and full suite of investment products.
- Administer and document account activity and execution in accordance with NFFG process and procedures and FINRA, NASAA, SEC regulations.
- Conduct review of accounts to communicate account status, explain activities and inform clients of new offerings.
- Develop an internal pipeline for smaller dollar volume accounts in compliance with Navy Federal and NFIS policies and procedures.
- Establish, maintain, and develop business relationships with members and internal/external sources.
- Execute customer and broker purchase/sales orders of securities for current/new clients.
- Identify prospective participation partners/opportunities through prospect calling, networking, and leveraging existing participation business.
- Keep current with legislative and industry updates to identify areas for market growth/opportunities, and/or potential concerns impacting NFIS clients and/or business environment.
- Monitor accounts to ensure accurate processing, identify discrepancies, errors/concerns and take remedial actions.
- Monitor, track and report performance of individual sales plans and assigned strategies for leadership.
- Participate in site audits of registered duties, ensuring documentation and processes comply with Navy Federal standards and FINRA, NASAA, SEC and other regulatory agencies.
- Prepare standard/special reports required by FINRA, NASAA and SEC, and participate in industry and/or internal audits.
- Perform other duties as assigned or appropriate.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- FINRA Series 7 and combination of NASAA Series 63/65 or 66 registration required. Life & Health Insurance License preferred (or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).
- Effective analytical, decision-making, problem-solving and organizational skills. Exercises initiative using good judgment to make sound decisions.
- Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
- Effective planning, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Effective skill building relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact.
- Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions.
- Effective skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely.
- Effective skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomes.
- Ability to obtain appointment by the sponsoring insurance company, broker-dealer and/or Registered Investment Advisory Firm.
- Experience in business development to include market strategy, product demonstration and promoting products and services.
- Experience consulting with customers to assess their financial status and identify investment needs.
- Effective knowledge of investment and insurance products.
- Effective knowledge to interpret industry related laws and government regulations.
- Proficiency with PCs and spreadsheet, database, word processing applications, and financial analysis software.
- Understanding of economic and accounting principles, practices, financial markets, banking, analysis, and reporting of financial data.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or Management or related discipline or related professional experience.
- Knowledge of Navy Federal/NFFG organization, programs, policies and procedures.
- Desire to pursue designations e.g. CFP, ChFC, CLU.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hours:
- Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Locations:
- 3300 Olympus Blvd. Suite 550, Coppell, TX 75019
- 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 9999 Willow Creek Road, San Diego, CA 92131
About us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
- FORTUNE100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America’s Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
INTRODUCTION
To provide financial consulting services to assist members and non-members with identifying their financial goals and objectives via telephone or video meeting. Act as a catalyst for the promotion and growth of NFIS products and services. Recommend appropriate mixture(s) of insurance/investment products and services to achieve the financial client’s goals as a registered representative/advisor/agent of Navy Federal Investment Services (NFIS) and subsidiaries, or incumbent financial firms. Manage smaller dollar volume account size and less complex investment needs. Partners with and refers advanced financial planning needs to NFIS Financial Advisors when needed. Works on assignments that are moderately difficult and under supervision.
Responsibilities
- Provide investment industry expertise to client investment consultations and servicing of life insurance and full suite of investment products.
- Administer and document account activity and execution in accordance with NFFG process and procedures and FINRA, NASAA, SEC regulations.
- Conduct review of accounts to communicate account status, explain activities and inform clients of new offerings.
- Develop an internal pipeline for smaller dollar volume accounts in compliance with Navy Federal and NFIS policies and procedures.
- Establish, maintain, and develop business relationships with members and internal/external sources.
- Execute customer and broker purchase/sales orders of securities for current/new clients.
- Identify prospective participation partners/opportunities through prospect calling, networking, and leveraging existing participation business.
- Keep current with legislative and industry updates to identify areas for market growth/opportunities, and/or potential concerns impacting NFIS clients and/or business environment.
- Monitor accounts to ensure accurate processing, identify discrepancies, errors/concerns and take remedial actions.
- Monitor, track and report performance of individual sales plans and assigned strategies for leadership.
- Participate in site audits of registered duties, ensuring documentation and processes comply with Navy Federal standards and FINRA, NASAA, SEC and other regulatory agencies.
- Prepare standard/special reports required by FINRA, NASAA and SEC, and participate in industry and/or internal audits.
- Perform other duties as assigned or appropriate.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- FINRA Series 7 and combination of NASAA Series 63/65 or 66 registration required. Life & Health Insurance License preferred (or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).
- Effective analytical, decision-making, problem-solving and organizational skills. Exercises initiative using good judgment to make sound decisions.
- Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
- Effective planning, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Effective skill building relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact.
- Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions.
- Effective skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely.
- Effective skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomes.
- Ability to obtain appointment by the sponsoring insurance company, broker-dealer and/or Registered Investment Advisory Firm.
- Experience in business development to include market strategy, product demonstration and promoting products and services.
- Experience consulting with customers to assess their financial status and identify investment needs.
- Effective knowledge of investment and insurance products.
- Effective knowledge to interpret industry related laws and government regulations.
- Proficiency with PCs and spreadsheet, database, word processing applications, and financial analysis software.
- Understanding of economic and accounting principles, practices, financial markets, banking, analysis, and reporting of financial data.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or Management or related discipline or related professional experience.
- Knowledge of Navy Federal/NFFG organization, programs, policies and procedures.
- Desire to pursue designations e.g. CFP, ChFC, CLU.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hours:
- Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Locations:
- 3300 Olympus Blvd. Suite 550, Coppell, TX 75019
- 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 9999 Willow Creek Road, San Diego, CA 92131
About us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
- FORTUNE100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America’s Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Investment Advisor
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Pull the Investment Advisor occupation profile from O*NET and confirm your degree field maps directly to the role's listed knowledge requirements. USCIS scrutinizes credential alignment in finance roles, so a transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved service strengthens your petition if your degree is from outside the U.S.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run the Investment Advisor SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the Level I through Level IV threshold for the specific worksite city. An offer below the certified wage level will cause the LCA to fail before the I-129 is even filed.
Target RIA firms with active LCA filing histories
Registered investment advisory firms that already hold certified LCAs for finance roles have demonstrated willingness and infrastructure to sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history in investment advisory roles, filtered by city and role type.
Clarify worksite location before the LCA is filed
If you'll work from a branch office or a client's location rather than the employer's headquarters, that address must appear on its own certified LCA. Confirm the exact worksite with HR before filing begins, since adding an unlisted location after certification requires a new LCA.
Get Series 65 or 66 licensed before the offer stage
Most states require Investment Advisors to hold a Series 65 or Series 66 license before advising clients. Obtaining licensure before interviews demonstrates you can begin work without a delay period, which makes you a lower-risk hire for employers evaluating sponsorship timelines against client commitments.
Understand cap-subject timing relative to your current status
H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so confirm your registration window with your employer's immigration counsel well in advance. If you're on OPT or STEM OPT, calculate your authorization end date against the earliest possible H-1B start date to identify any gap that needs bridging.
H-1B Visa Investment Advisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Investment Advisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Investment Advisor positions typically qualify as a specialty occupation when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement on a case-by-case basis, so your employer's petition should document how the position is degree-dependent, not discretionary.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Investment Advisor roles?
Registered investment advisory firms, broker-dealers, private banks, family offices, and the wealth management divisions of large financial institutions are the most active sponsors for this role. These organizations already manage FINRA compliance infrastructure, which means they're generally familiar with regulatory filings and more willing to handle H-1B petitions. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing histories on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Investment Advisor H-1B petitions?
Your employer must certify through the Labor Condition Application that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for Investment Advisors at your specific worksite location. Prevailing wages vary significantly by city and by experience level, so an offer that meets the wage floor in one market may fall short in a higher-cost metro. The OFLC Wage Search shows current thresholds by SOC code and geography.
Do state securities licenses affect H-1B eligibility or timing?
State licensing requirements, such as the Series 65 or Series 66, don't directly affect H-1B eligibility, but they affect when you can legally begin advising clients. If you aren't licensed before your H-1B start date, your employer may face a gap between your authorized work start and your ability to generate revenue, which some firms factor into their sponsorship decisions.
How long does H-1B status last for an Investment Advisor position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum in most cases. If your employer pursues a green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process and files an I-140 petition on your behalf before the six-year limit, extensions beyond six years may be available under AC21 provisions.