Retirement Plan Advisor

IMA Financial Group

$100K — $125K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 3+ years' sales experience in retirement plan services.
  • FINRA Series 65 required; additional licensing may be needed.
  • Preferred licenses: Life Insurance and Variable Contracts.
  • Knowledge of ERISA laws and the retirement plan industry is preferred.
  • Moderate travel required (25-50%).
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Support and exemplify IMA's core values.
  • Use a consultative sales approach to identify and fulfill client needs.
  • Pursue and sell services to retirement plan prospects.
  • Maintain ongoing client relationships with Retirement Plan Managers.
  • Conduct investment analysis and provide guidance on fund options.
  • Offer strategic recommendations for plan enhancements and compliance oversight.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless client experience.

Benefits

  • Annual performance bonus and stock purchase.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Family assistance program and health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Flexible work options and paid time off.
  • Sabbatical programs and gift matching initiatives.
  • Personal and professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Essential job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Producing/Advising
  • Supports and demonstrates IMA's core values
  • Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates
  • Uses consultative sales approach to identify prospects and their needs, and offer tailored solutions
  • Pursues and sells our services to retirement plan prospects.
  • Solidifies client relationships and maintains responsibility for ongoing client service in conjunction with Retirement Plan Managers
  • Completes investment analysis of clients/prospects fund options and offers guidance based on IMA Wealth's best in class list
  • Under moderate guidance, provides strategic recommendations and tactical implementation of plan enhancements, including but not limited to vendor selection & conversions, plan design optimization, compliance oversight, and investment due diligence
  • Works collaboratively with the investment team and retirement plan managers to provide a consistent client experience
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external referral sources

People Management
  • Manages the work of assigned associates, providing clear communication of expectations, established timeframes, regular progress updates, and annual performance evaluations
  • Facilitates team meetings, communicating division information
  • Participates in the hiring process for direct reports as well as additional department hires
  • Serves as a mentor and coach for members of the team as needed
  • Provides feedback to Advisory Services team members, and their direct supervisors as needed, in support of their on-going professional development goals to ensure client expectations are met

Required Experience and Skills include but are not limited to:
  • Bachelor's degree and 3+ years' sales experience in the retirement plan services
  • FINRA Series 65 required (additional licensing may be needed)
  • Life Insurance and Variable Contracts licenses preferred
  • Knowledge of ERISA laws and the retirement plan industry preferred
  • Moderate travel required (25-50%)
  • Experience with MS Office products required (specifically PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel)

The anticipated posting timeline for this opportunity is 7/9/2026-8/9/2026.

Salary Range

$100,000-$125,000 USD

Compensation & Benefits

Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following:

Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate's geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.

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