Investment Associate, Registered at KeyBank

Location:1455 French Road Depew New YorkJob SummaryWithin the Key Investment Services business the Retail Investment Associate is responsible for assisting the Key Investment Services Sales Force in achieving sales goals customer service business growth and client retention. This position will serve as a proactive member of the Key Investment Services Team by being an initial sales and service contact for new and existing clients.Essential FunctionsProvide support to the Private Client Advisors.Perform customer service duties and assist in daily office operations including obtaining new account and customer maintenance forms establishing new accounts servicing customer accounts processing estate account requests researching problems preparing and editing correspondence obtaining proper approvals maintaining records performing heavy order entry and managing client contact.Maintain a solid base knowledge of retirement accounts including distributions and Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) calculations.Follow up on client service activities and Advisor requests.Create and manage the client database including addresses contact information and client type (investor credit etc.) and use this information to develop mailing lists for value-added materials event invitations and follow-up calls.Assist with scheduling appointments and participate in sales support activities such as weekly teleconferences monthly sales unit meetings and manager coaching sessions. Attend additional product and process training as available. Create obtain approval for and distribute letters on product promotions.Coordinate marketing events seminars and presentations for clients and prospects including booking locations preparing client/prospect lists mailing invitations arranging refreshments and organizing presentation materials and equipment.Assist in the production and distribution of newsletters biographies and other marketing materials.Additional Licensed IA functions: Accept trade instructions from a client or engage with the client specific to suitability.Performs other duties as assigned; duties responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without noticeComplies with all KeyBank policies and procedures including without limitation acting professionally at all times conducting business ethically avoiding conflicts of interest and acting in the best interests of Keys clients and Key.EducationHigh School Diploma (required)Work ExperienceMinimum of 1 year experience in brokerage or financial services (required)Licenses and CertificationsFINRA License S6 (required)FINRA License S63 (required)FINRA Security Industry Essentials (SIE) (required)FINRA Series 7 and Life Insurance (preferred)SkillsInvestment Knowledge: Working knowledge of investment products and ability to explain options clearly to clients.Organization & Detail Orientation: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.Technical Proficiency: Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint email platforms and internet navigation.Client Insight: Ability to quickly gain a broad understanding of clients and their needs.Relationship Building: Proven ability to develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients.Customer Service & Analysis: Strong customer service orientation combined with analytical skills to resolve issues and identify solutions.Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve shared goals.Risk Management: Implements or manages risk management for own business unit and documents key steps of the risk management process and associated proceduresAdaptability: Understands that change is inevitable and seeks value in new ways of doing thingsCore CompetenciesAll KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Keys Values and abide by Keys Code of Conduct.Physical DemandsGeneral Office - Prolonged sitting ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients frequent use of PC/laptop occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks computer bags up to 10 lbs.Work Location CategoryHybrid (3 days)COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThis position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $22.12 - $33.65 per hour. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors including but not limited to skills experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.Job Posting Expiration Date: 12/12/2025

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age genetic information pregnancy disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing #LI-RemoteRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Eclipse,Apache,Drafting,Audio Visual,AutoCAD Drafting,ACCA Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 22 - 33