Relationship Manager / Wealth Advisor

Who We Are

At David Vaughan Investments, LLC (DVI), our Associates are the cornerstone of the firm’s success. Every Associate is known, supported, and encouraged to grow with the organization. As a team of investment professionals, we are guided by the core values of the “DVI Way” in how we serve clients, support one another, and contribute to our communities. These values—Respect, Innovation, Generosity, Honesty, and Teamwork, or doing the “R.I.G.H.T.” thing—shape how we work together and reflect our shared commitment to excellence and the firm’s long-term success. Our culture is one of Quiet Quality, marked by a disciplined way of working that is rooted in humility and integrity, so that excellence is recognized in our reliability, discretion, and steady follow-through.

Who We Want

DVI is seeking an experienced Relationship Manager/Wealth Advisor (RM) to join the team and serve as a strategic partner to a select group of clients. In this key role, you will take primary responsibility for understanding each client’s goals and objectives and delivering a comprehensive wealth management experience, collaborating closely with DVI’s subject-matter specialists to provide coordinated advice and solutions.

Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s Degree required

·        5-8 years of relevant professional experience

·        Series 7 and 66, or Series 65 licenses are preferred at hire; required following employment

·        Certified Financial Planner^® (CFP^®) and/or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation strongly preferred

·        Demonstrates a fiduciary mindset, consistently acting in clients’ best interests while maintaining strict confidentiality

·        Exhibits strong entrepreneurial drive with a willingness to engage in business development initiatives

·        Fosters a collaborative, team-oriented environment that promotes a client-focused culture

·        Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills

What to Expect

·        Lead client relationships, conducting meetings to identify planning needs and deliver thoughtful, customized solutions that support clients’ financial goals.

·        Partner closely with the Portfolio Management team to recommend DVI investment strategies that align with each client’s objectives, risk tolerance, and comprehensive financial plan.

·        Participate in meetings with prospective clients, deepen engagement with existing clients, and cultivate referrals through trusted relationships and centers of influence.

·        Communicate clearly about market developments, economic trends, and other timely insights, articulating how these factors inform DVI’s investment strategy and impact each client’s circumstances.

Compensation

At DVI, you’ll join a team that hires talented professionals and provides the support and opportunities they need to grow in their careers. Consistent with our long-term client focus, we recognize and reward talent with comprehensive compensation packages designed to attract and retain professionals who embody the DVI Way.

·        This position is exempt and is paid according to the laws of the State of Illinois. We are required to provide a reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this role. The full base salary pay range is $110,000 to $190,000 per year. This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a base salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Base salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

·        Your total compensation package includes a significant incentive component which allows you to directly influence your earnings based on performance. DVI’s incentive structure is designed to reward high performance and align your goals with the company's objectives. We believe this structure offers you the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings by excelling in your role. Our top performers typically earn above their base salary through these incentive programs.

In addition to our industry-competitive salaries and significant incentive plan opportunities noted above, we offer a generous profit sharing 401(k) retirement plan, health insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability programs, and work-from-home and paid-time-off programs. In addition, partnership status among our very top performers is also a realistic consideration.