Retirement Sales Consultant - Financial Advisor
Lawley, Shelton, CT, United States
About the Role
Lawley Insurance is seeking a Retirement Sales / Financial Advisor in Connecticut to prospect, sell, and develop qualified retirement plans and wealth‑management opportunities for corporate and individual clients. The role focuses on building relationships, providing ongoing retirement plan support, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure compliance and client satisfaction.
Fundamental Components Of The Job
Prospect, sell, and develop qualified retirement plans to corporations and cultivate individual wealth‑management opportunities.
Develop and manage relationships with plan sponsors and their employees, delivering ongoing retirement plan support and guidance.
Conduct regular plan reviews, including performance analysis, fee benchmarking, and fiduciary assessments; offer strategic recommendations for improvement.
Advise on plan design, compliance challenges, and corrective strategies (including failed testing).
Review and evaluate fund line‑ups and performance against benchmarks.
Assist with client onboarding, education sessions, and finalist presentations.
Collaborate with internal teams on reporting, plan operations, and participant services.
Serve as the primary consultant for institutional clients, providing guidance on retirement plan design, investment selection, and compliance.
Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends to provide proactive advice.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and trust.
Other Functions Of The Job
Seek to cross‑sell business from existing Lawley divisions.
Expand and grow in your role while supporting miscellaneous duties as requested.
Skills/Traits That We Value For This Role
5+ years of sales and business development experience.
Must possess the following licenses: Series 6 and Series 65 OR Series 7 and Series 66, Life and Health License. Open to continuing education.
Experienced in conducting group and individual employee education meetings.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Microsoft Office experience and skills are a must; Salesforce experience preferred.
Ability to work well independently and on a team.
Incredible attention to detail and organizational skills.
Positive attitude, even in a fast‑paced environment.
A passion to make customers and coworkers feel important and valued.
Capability to work quickly and efficiently.
Methodical, yet swift decision‑making skills.
Precise verbal and written communication skills, even under time constraints.
What’s in It for You?
Competitive salary and referral bonuses.
Expansive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more).
Unsupervised PTO and a generous holiday schedule – available 1st day.
Company 401(k) contribution received starting Day 1 (for participants 21+ years old).
Educational support, career development, and growth opportunities.
Job security – no layoffs even during the pandemic.
Flexibility, including hybrid schedules; business hours 8 am‑4:30 pm with networking/events after hours as needed.
Comfortable, family‑oriented culture with emphasis on work‑life balance.
Unlimited Volunteer Time Off opportunities to serve our communities.
Fulfilling opportunities that align with your career path and our business needs.
Compensation Compensation for production/sales positions is based on commissions. An interim base salary may be offered depending on experience and book of business. Current estimated base salary range: $84,613.20 to $141,022.00 PLUS commissions.
About Lawley Insurance Lawley is a dynamic, independent regional firm of insurance professionals specializing in property & casualty, employee benefits, and risk management consulting. We prioritize long‑term relationships built on trust and aim to protect assets and minimize risk for our clients.
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Lawley Insurance is seeking a Retirement Sales / Financial Advisor in Connecticut to prospect, sell, and develop qualified retirement plans and wealth‑management opportunities for corporate and individual clients. The role focuses on building relationships, providing ongoing retirement plan support, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure compliance and client satisfaction.
Fundamental Components Of The Job
Prospect, sell, and develop qualified retirement plans to corporations and cultivate individual wealth‑management opportunities.
Develop and manage relationships with plan sponsors and their employees, delivering ongoing retirement plan support and guidance.
Conduct regular plan reviews, including performance analysis, fee benchmarking, and fiduciary assessments; offer strategic recommendations for improvement.
Advise on plan design, compliance challenges, and corrective strategies (including failed testing).
Review and evaluate fund line‑ups and performance against benchmarks.
Assist with client onboarding, education sessions, and finalist presentations.
Collaborate with internal teams on reporting, plan operations, and participant services.
Serve as the primary consultant for institutional clients, providing guidance on retirement plan design, investment selection, and compliance.
Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends to provide proactive advice.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and trust.
Other Functions Of The Job
Seek to cross‑sell business from existing Lawley divisions.
Expand and grow in your role while supporting miscellaneous duties as requested.
Skills/Traits That We Value For This Role
5+ years of sales and business development experience.
Must possess the following licenses: Series 6 and Series 65 OR Series 7 and Series 66, Life and Health License. Open to continuing education.
Experienced in conducting group and individual employee education meetings.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Microsoft Office experience and skills are a must; Salesforce experience preferred.
Ability to work well independently and on a team.
Incredible attention to detail and organizational skills.
Positive attitude, even in a fast‑paced environment.
A passion to make customers and coworkers feel important and valued.
Capability to work quickly and efficiently.
Methodical, yet swift decision‑making skills.
Precise verbal and written communication skills, even under time constraints.
What’s in It for You?
Competitive salary and referral bonuses.
Expansive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more).
Unsupervised PTO and a generous holiday schedule – available 1st day.
Company 401(k) contribution received starting Day 1 (for participants 21+ years old).
Educational support, career development, and growth opportunities.
Job security – no layoffs even during the pandemic.
Flexibility, including hybrid schedules; business hours 8 am‑4:30 pm with networking/events after hours as needed.
Comfortable, family‑oriented culture with emphasis on work‑life balance.
Unlimited Volunteer Time Off opportunities to serve our communities.
Fulfilling opportunities that align with your career path and our business needs.
Compensation Compensation for production/sales positions is based on commissions. An interim base salary may be offered depending on experience and book of business. Current estimated base salary range: $84,613.20 to $141,022.00 PLUS commissions.
About Lawley Insurance Lawley is a dynamic, independent regional firm of insurance professionals specializing in property & casualty, employee benefits, and risk management consulting. We prioritize long‑term relationships built on trust and aim to protect assets and minimize risk for our clients.
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