Associate Wealth Management Advisor

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone early in their career, a recent graduate, or an individual transitioning into financial services to learn wealth management from the ground up. You will work alongside experienced CFP® professionals in a collaborative team environment, gaining hands-on exposure to financial planning, investment management, and equity compensation. The firm offers a clear career path toward becoming a Lead Wealth Management Advisor, with potential for long-term leadership and partnership opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Client Support:
• Partner closely with experienced advisors to support comprehensive financial planning and wealth management for high-net-worth clients.
• Prepare for client meetings, including gathering information, reviewing financial plans, developing agendas, and organizing planning deliverables.
• Participate in client meetings alongside senior advisors, gaining exposure to client relationships, financial planning strategies, and the advisory process.
• Document meeting discussions, identify action items, and ensure accurate and timely follow-through by the team.
• Generate financial planning analysis and recommendations involving investments, retirement, tax strategies, equity compensation, and other complex financial matters.
• Work directly with clients to help them implement recommendations.
• Client Experience & Relationship Development:
• Support the delivery of a highly personalized, thoughtful, and responsive client experience.
• Serve as a dedicated point of contact for clients, building strong relationships, and answering their questions, planning needs, and ongoing service requests.
• Help clients understand their financial plans and feel confident about their decisions.
• Collaborate with the advisory team to ensure client needs are addressed.
• Team Collaboration & Operational Excellence:
• Work within a collaborative advisory team structure, partnering with Lead Advisors and other financial planning professionals.
• Maintain accurate client records, meeting notes, financial planning documentation, and follow-up activities.
• Leverage technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency, organization, and the client experience.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, accountability, a growth mindset, and ownership of responsibilities.
• Professional Development & Career Growth:
• Actively pursue required industry licensing, with the expectation of completing examinations within the first 90 days.
• Work toward earning the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation within approximately two years.
• Take initiative in learning the firm's financial planning philosophy, processes, and approach to client relationships.
• Participate in ongoing mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Build the skills and experience necessary to progress into a Lead Advisor position over time.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Technology:
• AI-enabled tools

Qualifications

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree, preferably with studies in Finance, Financial Planning, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Previous financial services experience is beneficial but not required.
• Skills & Attributes:
• Strong interest in pursuing industry licensing and the CFP® designation.
• Highly motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to develop a long-term career in financial planning.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to consistently follow through on commitments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a genuine desire to build meaningful client relationships.
• Proactive, resourceful, and willing to take ownership of responsibilities.
• Humble, coachable, and excited to learn from experienced professionals.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation:
• Base Salary: $70K - $90K (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Performance Bonus: Eligible for up to 10% annual bonus
• Team Profitability Bonus: Additional earning opportunity after the first year, based on team performance
• Benefits:
• Professional Development: Firm-paid licensing examinations, study materials, professional designations, and ongoing education.
• 401(k): Retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
• Health Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off