Organization/Business Overview: The sponsoring financial advisor is an independent financial services practice of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. We take a broad-based approach to helping our members/customers achieve multiple financial goals. The sponsoring financial advisor helps our members analyze their current situation, develop in-depth financial programs, and help them implement an integrated financial strategy. Thrivent is a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients. As the nation's largest fraternal benefit society, we're here solely to help others. We help every day through the financial solutions we offer, the member activities we support, and the resources we provide to the Lutheran community and nonprofit organizations. Thrivent Investment Management Inc. is a FINRA and SIPC member and a wholly owned subsidiary of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Position summary: This position provides licensed financial and non-financial support to The sponsoring financial advisor and will serve as a resource to Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Financial Advisors. Individuals in this position will be focused on securities and investment advisory products and services as well as fixed and variable life, health, and annuities products and together with the financial Advisors (products offered and advice given depends on level of licensure), serve the financial and non-financial needs of Thrivent members, customers, and their families. Responsibilities may include working with a financial representative to develop and implement business and marketing plans to acquire, cultivate, and retain members, prospecting and marketing, case and proposal preparation, referral generation, and building a sense of “community” with and among members and prospects. The Associate reports to and is employed/contracted by the financial representative. Thrivent Investment Management Inc. is the sponsor for FINRA registration and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is the sponsor for insurance licensure. Position Roles/Responsibilities/Accountabilities Handle sensitive communications with members/customers, which may include highly confidential information and effectively respond through verbal and written communications to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction Facilitate and/or co-present product specific seminars and/or workshops as necessary Identify criteria for fund selection and track against indexes, specifically for WRAP accounts Participate in business planning for the Practice as needed Counsel and advise prospective and current members/customers on suitable financial products and investment advisory services Open and complete product applications Conducting substantive research or information gathering that will be used with making suitable securities product recommendations or providing appropriate investment advice (e.g. conducting due diligence, etc.) Obtain member/customer financial and/or suitability information Accepting and/or entering securities trade orders from customers, including unsolicited trade orders Explain, discuss or interpret insurance coverage; analyze exposures or policies; provide recommendations Issue certificates of insurance, endorsements, binders, commitments, or insurance contracts Assist financial representatives in the preparation and follow up for the member/customer meetings Collaborate with financial representatives to assist client with product changes Participate and drive marketing services including direct-mail, fraternal activities, seminars, meetings Additional responsibilities may be assigned in accordance with licensure and business needs Position Qualifications Associates can be fully licensed, securities licensed, or insurance licensed. Depending on role, the associate must be: Securities registered (series 7 & 66 or 6 & 63) or be willing to do so within 120 days of hire/contract. Appropriately insurance licensed/appointed for sale of all life/health and variable products Must be securities registered/insurance licensed/appointed in all states in which the candidate will be doing support work for the sponsoring financial advisor. Must be willing to complete appropriate state training in order to sell Long Term Care if this is determined to be a part of the position or support needs on the sponsoring financial representative. Demonstrated customer service orientation/experience, 2+ years preferred Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a high quality of work while experiencing frequent interruptions Ability to maintain integrity of sensitive/confidential information Basic understanding of the sponsoring financial advisor our products and services, and Thrivent Financial Previous administrative/secretarial experience desired Competencies Planning/Organizing Analytical thinker Customer Focus Communication Interpersonal Skills Teamwork and Collaboration Adaptability/Flexibility External/Internal Dependencies Must be able to work with all roles of the sponsoring financial advisor Must be able to represent the organization in work with external clients Must be able to cultivate and maintain relationships with outside organizations As part of the sponsoring financial advisor recruiting/hiring/contracting process, a verification of a candidate's background will be made to complete the process. Fingerprints will be required as part of FINRA registration process for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for review against nationwide fingerprint records. Pay Transparency Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants. Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected] or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources. #Remote At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they’ve been given. At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our customers. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow. For over 100 years, Thrivent has been helping people build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, it’s a Fortune 500 company that offers a full range of expert financial solutions, serving more than 2 million customers, as well as the communities in which they live and work. Thrivent fosters a diverse workforce to serve our diverse clientele, reflecting a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If you’re intrigued about our work and the possibility of becoming part of it, we invite you to visit Thrivent.com to learn more. You won’t just build a career; you’ll be part of an organization focused on growing, innovating, and serving.

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