Associate Advisor

Associate Advisor / Advisor-in-Development

Client Stewardship, Education & Growth Role

Kenosha - Wisconsin

About Our Firm

We are a values-based, process-driven retirement planning firm serving individuals and families approaching or in retirement. Our work focuses on clarity, confidence, education, and long-term relationships — not hype, sales pressure, speculation, or one-size-fits-all solutions.

We operate with proven systems, a clearly defined client experience (including our WealthCare365 model), and a team-based approach. Our goal is to build a strong, well-run Kenosha office that serves as a model for thoughtful growth into additional locations over time.

About the Role

This position is designed for someone who is intentionally choosing a career path as a financial advisor and wants to develop into that role the right way — by learning systems, serving clients well, and earning increasing responsibility.

The role begins with hands-on training and integration into our processes, with the expectation that the right candidate will be running client appointments within approximately 3–4 months, with ongoing support and guidance.

This is a structured role with a defined onboarding and training period, designed to develop advisory skills before full responsibility is assumed.

It is a long-term opportunity within a real advisory firm — not a commission-only position.

What You'll Be Doing

Over time, responsibilities will include:

• Helping build, refine, and execute our WealthCare365 client care system, ensuring it is consistently delivered and continually improved
• Supporting and eventually leading client review meetings
• Conducting fact-finding and discovery meetings
• Learning and following our established advisory and sales process
• Making outbound calls to warm leads and existing contacts to help set appointments
• (This role does not involve cold calling. Most new relationships come through educational workshops, client referrals, and ongoing follow-up.)
• Assisting with and, over time, helping teach our Retirement Masterclass
• (Evening availability, sometimes Saturday morning, required as needed)
• Preparing for and participating in client meetings
• Helping manage and engage our CRM and databases.
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, workflows, and overall client experience utilizing our technology platforms

Training & Growth

• Initial focus on learning systems, appointment process, and client experience
• Gradual increase in client-facing responsibility
• Learning how different financial strategies and products are used, and how to determine appropriate solutions based on a client's specific goals and circumstances.
• Expected progression to running appointments within 3–4 months
• Ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development

Compensation

This role includes a base/draw structure with additional variable compensation tied to closed business, along with eligibility to participate in a quarterly firm-wide profit bonus. Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process. Indeed requires a posted pay range. Actual starting pay within the posted range will be based on experience, licensing status, and role progression.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine interest in becoming a financial advisor as a long-term career
• Strong listening and communication skills - written and verbal
• Comfort with structure, systems, and accountability
• Willingness to learn, follow and help improve established processes
• Professional, reliable, and client-focused
• Ability to engage with clients and prospects comfortably (including phone outreach)
• Willingness to assist with evening educational classes as needed
• Life & Health insurance license, or willingness to obtain promptly; willingness to obtain the Series 65 within approximately 6 months
• This is an in-person position in our Kensha office so the ability to commute easily every day to Kenosha is essential

This Role Is a Good Fit If You:

• Want to build real advisory skills, in a consultative environment
• Appreciate clear expectations and proven systems
• Enjoy helping people understand complex topics and helping solve their problems
• Are coachable, curious, and process-oriented
• Want growth and responsibility without being thrown in unprepared
• Value personal development, ongoing learning opportunities, occasional travel for advanced education

This Role Is Likely Not a Fit If You:

• Are primarily interested in trading, market analysis, crypto, or stock picking
• Are "trying things out" or unsure of your long-term career direction
• Are more interested in learning about investing than serving clients through a defined planning process
• Prefer working independently rather than being part of a team-based, process-driven firm
• Do not enjoy frequent interaction with clients and prospects
• Find active listening challenging or prefer to do most of the talking
• Are uncomfortable with structure, accountability, and follow-through
• Are looking for a quick transition to commission-only or independent work
• Looking for one and done type sales transactions and not focused on building ongoing trusted relationships

To Apply

Please submit your resume and respond to the screening questions below. Thoughtful, concise responses are welcome.

1. What draws you to a career as a financial advisor, and why does this role appeal to you specifically at this point in your life?

2. This role begins with learning systems, processes, and our client experience before running appointments independently. How do you typically learn best in a structured environment, and how do you handle feedback and coaching?

3. This is a highly client-facing role where listening skills are critical. Please share an example of a time when listening carefully helped you better understand someone's needs or improve an outcome.

You may also email your answers to - with the subject line "Associate Advisor Application Questions"

Pay: $38, $57,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Application Question(s):

• If not already licensed are you willing and able to obtain a WI Life and Health License within 60 days?

License/Certification:

• Life and Health Insurance License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,600