Financial Advisor - Lancaster, PA

Savant Wealth Management is seeking a Financial Advisor to join our Lancaster, PA team. This is an opportunity to step into a meaningful advisory role within an established Central PA market, supporting client relationship transitions, leading client service, and helping grow long-term relationships in a close-knit, community-oriented office. The ideal candidate is an experienced advisor who can build trust quickly, bring strong technical planning skills, and provide thoughtful, detail-oriented service to clients with complex financial needs.

In this role, you can expect to focus in the following areas:

• Serve as a lead or co-advisor for existing client relationships, helping ensure a smooth transition and strong ongoing client experience.
• Manage and deepen client relationships by delivering proactive service, preparing for and leading client meetings, and helping clients feel confident in their financial plans.
• Support succession and capacity needs within the Central PA team by absorbing client relationships from established advisors and building trust with a detail-oriented client base.
• Partner with Savant’s planning, investment, tax, client service, and other centralized teams to deliver an integrated client experience.
• Participate in business development by building referral relationships, strengthening local networks, and identifying opportunities to grow client relationships.
• Bring ownership, initiative, and strong follow-through to client service, internal processes, and relationship management.
• Use technology, systems, and advisor tools to support planning conversations, strengthen recommendations, and enhance the client experience.
  
  

A couple things to note about our Financial Advisor position:

• This position is based in Lancaster, PA, with regular in-person presence needed for client and team relationship building.
• The role follows a hybrid work model, with the schedule driven by client meeting needs. Some weeks may require more in-office time, while others may allow for more flexibility.
• Local and regional travel may be needed, including occasional travel to Wyomissing for client meetings.
• This role offers the opportunity to step into an established client base, support advisor succession, and continue developing relationships in the Lancaster/Central PA market.
  
  

Qualifications

The Financial Advisor position typically requires the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field from an accredited college or university; master’s degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in investment management, financial planning, or financial services, with demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and financial plans.
• Certified Financial Planner™ designation preferred upon hire or required to be obtained within two years of hire.
• Strong financial planning and wealth management acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate complex topics clearly.
• Experience serving as a lead advisor and supporting clients with complex, detail-oriented planning needs.
• A client-first mindset, excellent listening skills, and the ability to build rapport with clients and team members.
• Strong attention to detail, timely follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple client needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with business development, relationship-building, and cultivating referral relationships in the local market.
• Wealth management or RIA experience preferred.
• CPA background is not required but would be a plus given the Lancaster client base.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and financial planning-related software.
• All Financial Advisor applicants must have a clean U4 with no disclosures.
• Employment in this position will require a signed non-compete agreement, except in states where prohibited.
  
  

The Perks

At Savant, we invest in our people—supporting both their well-being and long-term growth. We take a market-based, growth-oriented approach to advisor compensation designed to reward both client impact and long-term value creation. The expected base salary for this role starts at $125,000, with final pay determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, and location.

Our Advisor Compensation Model Includes

• A competitive base salary, aligned to experience and role scope
• Performance-based incentives tied to growth, client retention, and overall contribution
• Equity and ownership opportunities as you grow with the firm, reinforcing our majority employee-owned model
• Access to additional incentive programs aligned with individual and firm success
  
  

This structure is designed to support advisors at every stage—providing income stability, meaningful upside potential, and the opportunity to build long-term wealth as part of a growing firm. Full compensation details, including incentive structures and equity participation, are discussed during the interview process.

What Sets Savant Apart

• Collaborative, integrated model across advisory, tax, and planning—no silos
• Growth-oriented firm, offering meaningful opportunities for career development and long-term impact
• Values-driven culture, grounded in excellence, integrity, lifelong learning, respect, growth, and servant leadership
• Majority employee-owned, giving our team a shared stake in our long-term success
• Opportunity to step into a meaningful succession role with built-in client relationships and room for continued business development in the Lancaster/Central PA market.
  
  

Our Total Rewards

Core Benefits (Effective Day One)

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
  
  

Financial & Long-Term Rewards

• 401(k) with company match (Roth and Traditional options)
• Team-based incentive opportunities and recognition programs
  
  

Time Away & Flexibility

• Generous paid time off, plus at least 10 paid holidays
• Annual “Savantiversary” day
• Summer Hours (shorter work weeks during the summer)
• Parental leave, personal leave, and other life-event support
  
  

Well-Being & Everyday Perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness reimbursements (e.g., gym memberships)
• Flexible “Dress for Your Day” approach
  
  

We’re happy to share more details about our benefits and total rewards during the hiring process.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbent in this position. Any combination of equivalent education and work experience will be considered.

Savant Capital LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer