Internal Alternative Investment Consultant

Internal Alternative Investment Consultant (Senior Business Growth Strategy Consultant)

Wells Fargo is seeking an Internal Alternative Investment Consultant (Senior Business Growth Strategy Consultant) in Wealth and Investment Management.

In this role, you will:

• Educate and consult with WIM Investment Professionals on the depth and breadth of Alternative Investment solutions available to WIM High-net-worth and Ultra-high-net-worth clients.
• Serve as the subject matter expert with strong investment acumen for the various components of the Alternative Investments platform.
• Work in a consultative internal desk environment with responsibility for specific regions, while also supporting inbound calls to the consulting desk from all regions.
• Serve as the Alternative Investment expert for an Investment Professional in a client conference call.
• Resolve client of Investment Professional issues in partnership with their Regional Alternative Investment Consultant and the AI Middle Office Support Team.
• Ensure adherence to compliance regulations and policies within the Alternative Investments product area.
• Lead and partner on projects teams.
• Ensure adherence to compliance regulations and policies within Business Growth Strategy functional area.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Business Growth Strategy experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

Desired Qualifications:

• 3+ years of financial services experience related to alternative investment products or other investment products.
• Experience with Alternative Investment Solutions and Platforms.
• Experience building relationships and communicating effectively with business partners across a matrixed organization.
• Experience advising Financial Advisors on recommended investment products.
• Proven initiative demonstrated by meeting deadlines and leading by example in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Driven, confident, organized and an accomplished problem solver.
• Proven effective relationship management skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of contact management systems, such as Sales Force.
• FINRA registration including Series 7 (or FINRA recognized equivalents).
• FINRA registration including Series 63 (or FINRA recognized equivalents).
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA).
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) skills.

Job Expectations:

• Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 7 and 63 (or 66) examinations, or equivalent must be completed within either a 90 or 180-day time period following commencement of employment, depending upon the number of license(s) needed if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at the time of offer acceptance. Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory. In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance. For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite is required.
• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policies.
• This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Posting Location:

• 550 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC 28202

We Value Equal Opportunity:

Wells Fargo 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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

• Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
• Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.