Associate Financial Advisor

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Launch Your Financial Advisory Career

Are you an ambitious financial services professional looking to accelerate your career in wealth management? Northern Trust Securities, Inc. (NTSI) is seeking an Associate Financial Advisor who is eager to learn, grow, and develop into a trusted advisor for high-net-worth clients.

In this role, you'll work alongside an experienced Senior Financial Advisor, gaining hands-on exposure to client relationship management, financial planning, investment solutions, and business development. You'll partner with industry-leading specialists across Northern Trust Asset Management, Capital Markets, and third-party investment providers to help deliver sophisticated wealth management strategies and exceptional client experiences.

Most importantly, this position offers a structured pathway toward managing your own client relationships and ultimately building a personal book of business as a Financial Advisor.

What You'll Do:

- Partner with a Senior Financial Advisor to support and deepen client relationships.
- Participate in client meetings and assist with financial planning, portfolio reviews, and investment recommendations.
- Conduct investment and market research to support client conversations and planning opportunities.
- Learn and utilize financial planning technology, including eMoney, to help develop comprehensive client strategies.
- Collaborate with internal specialists and business partners to deliver customized wealth management solutions.
- Support business development efforts through client outreach, relationship expansion, and portfolio conservation initiatives.
- Assist with account administration, servicing requests, and regulatory documentation.
- Develop the knowledge and confidence necessary to independently manage client relationships over time.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique:

- Direct mentorship from an experienced Financial Advisor.
- Exposure to sophisticated wealth management and investment solutions.
- Opportunity to work with high-net-worth clients.
- Clear career progression toward becoming a lead Financial Advisor.
- Collaborative environment with access to industry experts and resources.
- Ability to develop both relationship management and revenue-generating skills.

What We're Looking For:

- 1-3 years of experience in wealth management, brokerage, investment advisory, or financial services. Direct sales experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- FINRA licenses required: SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 (or Series 63/65).
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented mindset with a passion for helping clients achieve their financial goals.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Knowledge of investment products and financial markets; options experience is a plus.

Build Your Future with Northern Trust

This is more than a support role. It's an opportunity to develop the skills, confidence, and experience needed to become a successful Financial Advisor while working alongside some of the industry's most respected professionals.

If you're motivated by growth, client impact, and long-term career advancement, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary Range:
$70,490 - 119,890 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [email protected] , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.