What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Advisor -$80K- $200K position at Thoroughbred Advisors?
Financial Advisor $80K- $200K
Full-Time | Contracted | Hybrid Remote
About Thoroughbred Advisors
Thoroughbred Advisors is an independent financial services firm, and we help families and individuals with:
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Life Insurance
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Retirement Planning
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Wealth Protection
We don't hire people simply to fill a role. We look for individuals who genuinely want to help others navigate some of the most important decisions of their lives while building a meaningful and rewarding career.
Why This Opportunity Matters
The Opportunity Is Real
The financial services industry needs more good people.
Millions of Americans are approaching retirement without a real financial plan or a trusted professional to guide them. At the same time, the advisor workforce is not growing fast enough to meet demand.
This isn't a crowded industry you're trying to break into.
It's an open one.
What Makes Someone Successful Here
Finance is learnable.
What cannot be taught is the character, drive, and genuine care that make someone exceptional at helping others.
Career Changers Bring:
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A proven track record of responsibility and trust
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Experience handling important conversations
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The ability to remain steady under pressure
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Real-world relationship-building skills
Early-Career Professionals Bring:
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Hunger and ambition
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Fresh perspective
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Strong work ethic
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A desire to create a meaningful career
You're not starting over.
You're translating the strengths you've already built into a profession where they matter.
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking individuals whose ability to connect with people, earn trust, and get things done has always been bigger than the role they've been in.
You Bring:
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Communication skills that make people feel heard
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Discipline and follow-through when nobody is watching
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The drive to build something of your own
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Genuine curiosity about people's goals and financial situations
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Comfort with performance-based compensation
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Coachability and a commitment to continuous improvement
Backgrounds That Translate Well
Experience in the following fields often transitions successfully:
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Teaching
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Nursing
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Military Service
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Management
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Athletics
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Sales
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Real Estate
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Coaching
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Operations
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Customer-Facing Roles
No financial services experience is required.
What You'll Do
Client Relationship Development
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Meet one-on-one with individuals and families
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Understand client goals, priorities, and concerns
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Recommend appropriate financial and insurance solutions
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Help clients build long-term financial confidence
Business Development
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Build and maintain your own client base
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Generate referrals through outstanding client service
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Develop long-term relationships within your community
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Grow a book of business that becomes an asset over time
Professional Development
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Complete required licensing with company support
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Work alongside experienced financial advisors
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Participate in ongoing coaching, mentorship, and training
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Develop both technical and relationship-management expertise
Licensing & Training
You do not need to be licensed before applying.
We'll help you get there.
Licensing Support Includes:
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Life & Health Licensing (typically completed within 2–3 weeks)
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SIE Licensing
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Series 7 Licensing
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Series 66 Licensing
All securities licensing support is provided within your first six months.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Structure
This is a commission and fee-based position.
Income grows through:
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New client relationships
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Renewals
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Referrals
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A client base that compounds over time
Expected Earnings
- $80,000 – $200,000 annually
Compensation Package
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Full Commission Pay
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Bonus Opportunities
Benefits
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401(k)
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Retirement Plan
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Flexible Schedule
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Professional Development Assistance
Full-time representatives are W-2 statutory employees with access to health, vision, and dental benefits.
What Working Here Looks Like
Office & Work Environment
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Hybrid work environment based in Latham, NY
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Regular in-office collaboration during the early stages of development
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Flexible scheduling with accountability for results
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Strong mentorship culture focused on advisor growth
Culture
You'll work alongside professionals who have built successful practices in this market and are genuinely invested in helping you succeed.
Representatives who achieve performance goals may qualify for annual Five-Star incentive trips.
Education & Licensing Requirements
Required
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred
- Life & Health Insurance License
How We Hire
We respond to every applicant and keep the process moving.
Before You Apply
Ask yourself three questions:
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Have you spent years earning trust in a role where it wasn't automatically given?
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Are you ready for an income that reflects exactly what you put into it—with no cap and no floor?
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Do you have the patience to build something in year one that can continue paying you for years to come?
If those answers are yes, we'd love to meet you.
Industry Outlook
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Approximately 10,000 Baby Boomers retire every day in the United States, a trend expected to continue through 2030.
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More than half of Americans have no financial plan, and fewer than one in three have worked with a financial professional.
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An estimated 100,000 financial advisor positions will need to be filled by 2034 as demand continues to outpace advisor supply.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a career where your effort directly impacts your income, your growth, and the lives of the people you serve, apply today to join Thoroughbred Advisors.
Build a business. Build relationships. Build a future.
Salary : $80,000 - $200,000