Retirement Plan Associate
EarnestFull Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
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Empower offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance; a 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions up to 6%, financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup; tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year; a business-casual environment with jeans option; and generous paid time off upon hire.
This is a remote position, but candidates must live within a commutable distance and be willing to meet in person in the Phoenix area up to 4-6 times per year.
An associate degree in business or related field is preferred; with no degree, 1-2 additional years of directly related experience is required; 1 year of customer service experience, preferably in financial services; FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 licenses; and FINRA fingerprinting are required.
Empower offers a flexible work environment with fluid career paths, celebrates internal mobility, emphasizes purpose, well-being, work-life balance, and creates a welcoming and inclusive environment where associates volunteer extensively.
Strong candidates will have an associate degree in business or related field (or equivalent experience), 1+ year of customer service experience in financial services, and hold FINRA Series 6 and 63 licenses; U.S. work authorization without need for sponsorship is required.
Personal finance management and credit building
Empower.me provides personal finance management and credit building services through a subscription model. Users can sign up for a 14-day free trial, after which they pay $8 per month for access to various financial tools. These tools include customizable payment plans, budgeting features, and credit score monitoring. A key aspect of Empower.me is its focus on helping users build credit by reporting their payments to credit bureaus, which can enhance their credit history if payments are made on time. Additionally, Empower.me offers a Thrive line of credit, which involves a soft inquiry on the user's credit report, ensuring that their credit score remains unaffected during the application process. Unlike many competitors, Empower.me specifically targets individuals with no minimum credit score, aiming to improve their financial health and savings.