Lead Alternative Investment Consultant

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Alternative Investment Consultant in the Alternative Investments group as part of Wealth & Investment Management (WIM). The Alternative Investment products include hedge funds, private equity, private real estate, private debt, direct private investments and other private placements. This role will educate and consult with Wells Fargo Investment Professionals (Financial Advisors, Portfolio Managers, Investment Strategists) and their clients on the Alternative Investment asset class and provide guidance on appropriate investments in the asset class to meet the client's goals and objectives. The role will cover the region that includes AL, AR, AZ, CO, LA, MS, NM, OK, TN, TX, and UT. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .

In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for increasing the investment acumen of our Investment Professionals related to alternative investments across all channels and providing education on new product offerings as they come to market as well as supporting existing platform offerings
• Regularly meet with Investment Professionals and clients of Investment Professionals
• Lead complex initiatives involving educating and consulting with financial advisors, investment strategists, wealth advisors, and clients on alternative investments and the depth and breadth of solutions available
• Build visibility around the Alternative Investment platform with investment professionals who are less familiar with the alternative investment capabilities within Wells Fargo and/or may find these investment vehicles/strategies too complex to discuss with their clients
• Work closely with leadership in each region and across all channels within Wells Fargo's Wealth and Investment Management division (WFA, FINET and the Private Bank) to gain support, access and guidance on how best to support the alternative investment needs of investment professionals in that region
• Review and analyze complex multifaceted client and investment professional situations that require an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors
• Make decisions in complex and multifaceted situations requiring understanding of the asset class, investment offerings, policies, procedures and compliance requirements
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and mid-level to senior managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
• Deliver branch presentations and organize meetings for outside fund managers with Investment Professionals
• Provide training on new offerings, platform changes, investment strategy guidance, support resources and other topics related to alternative investments

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Wealth Investment Consulting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• 4+ years of wholesale or educational experience with product categories related to Alternative Investments
• Proven experience educating investment professionals and clients on the Alternative Investment asset class and the individual product level
• Successfully completed Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 7 and 63 examinations (or FINRA recognized equivalents) sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration
• Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) certification or Advanced Financial degree
• Advanced communication skills, specifically related to delivering presentations in person and in virtual meetings
• Demonstrated ability to develop and enhance partnerships with internal investment professional, regional leadership and clients

Job Expectations:

• Travel up to 75% of the time
• This position offers a hybrid work schedule
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
• Registration for FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 must be completed within a 90 or 180-day time period contingent upon number of license(s) needed if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted
• For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite may also be required
• Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. In addition state registration, 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 review process at the time of offer acceptance.

Location:

• 17 Cowboys Way - Frisco TX 75034
• 1500 Waugh Drive - Houston TX 77019
• 111 Congress Avenue - Austin, TX 78701

Posting End Date:
22 Dec 2024
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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