Sauk Valley Bank, in partnership with Midwestern Securities Trading Company, LLC, is seeking a personable, motivated, and client-focused Financial Advisor to join their growing wealth management team. With deep community roots and a service-first culture, this is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced advisor or a driven sales professional ready to transition into a fulfilling career in financial services.
This position combines the trusted presence of a locally owned, community-based bank with the resources and support of an independent broker/dealer. Whether you're a seasoned producer with an existing book of business or a talented relationship builder seeking a new path, this role offers the training, support, and flexibility to build a meaningful, long-term career.
About the Role
The Financial Advisor will focus on building long-term relationships with clients by providing tailored, intelligent investment solutions based on each individual’s unique financial goals. This is not a high-pressure sales environment—Sauk Valley Bank prioritizes integrity, trust, and doing what’s right for the client above all else. You’ll join a collaborative, laid-back team culture that values personal growth, teamwork, and genuine service.
In addition to managing an existing book of business, you'll actively cultivate new relationships by leveraging the bank’s client base, your personal and professional networks, and proactive outreach in the community. You'll also receive mentorship and hands-on support from experienced advisors and the Midwestern Securities home office team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow an existing client book with a focus on long-term, fee-based financial planning
- Build and nurture new client relationships through networking, referrals, and community engagement
- Develop and execute a personalized business plan in alignment with team goals and client needs
- Deliver tailored investment solutions using a mix of fee-based and commissionable services
- Conduct client meetings, portfolio reviews, and financial plan updates with professionalism and clarity
- Use modern tools such as Salesforce, eSignature, and DocuSign to streamline client interactions and back-office tasks
- Maintain compliance with FINRA, SEC, and internal regulatory standards
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Proven relationship-building and communication skills
- Coachable, organized, and highly motivated self-starter
- Strong ethical standards and team-oriented mindset
- Resilience, adaptability, and a growth-oriented attitude
- Comfortable with technology platforms that enhance the client experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred)
- FINRA Series 7 & 66 licenses (preferred or willingness to obtain)
- Life, Health, Disability, and Long-Term Care Insurance licenses (preferred or willingness to obtain)
- CFP®, ChFC®, or other designations are a plus
- At least 1 year of financial services or 5+ years of successful sales experience (preferred)
This is a full-time, in-person position with a competitive salary plus commission compensation structure. Advisors can expect total compensation in the $50,000–$70,000 range depending on experience, with significant upside potential for strong performers. Special consideration may be given to advisors who bring a transferable book of business.
Comprehensive Benefits Include:
- PTO
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Vision
- Dental
- Flexible Spending
- Health Savings Account
- AFLAC
- Student Loan Paydown Plan
Work Environment:
- In-person role
- Standard day-shift hours with some flexibility for client meetings and events
- Family-friendly, supportive workplace culture
Important Information:
- U.S. work authorization required, no visa sponsorship available
- Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices
Job Type: Full-time
License/Certification:
- Securities Industry Exam (Preferred)
- Series 7 (Preferred)
- Series 66 (Preferred)
Sauk Valley Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SVB is committed to the provision of equal opportunity employment for all qualified persons in all job classifications in recruitment, selection and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military status, veteran status or any other protected status. Submission of this information is voluntary and is not considered in employment decisions. This information will be kept separate from the employment files and is considered confidential.
Sauk Valley Bank offers medical, short term disability, long term disability, life, vision, dental and 401K benefits to all full-time positions. PTO will vary depending on the level of the position. This position is eligible for incentive.
Management reserves the right to change this position description at any time according to business needs.
Midwestern Securities Trading Company, LLC is a Member FINRA/SIPC. MSTC and SVB are not affiliated.
Ability to Commute:
- Janesville, WI 53545 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Janesville, WI 53545: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Financial concepts: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
