Associate Financial Advisor - Level 3

We are looking for a passionate, detail-driven professional who values stewardship and responsible wealth management. This role focuses on helping clients manage, grow, and preserve wealth across generations by aligning investment strategies with each client's unique goals and financial objectives. The role requires strong financial planning expertise, independent problem-solving, and increasing responsibility in client relationships.

The Associate Advisor Level 3 position plays a key role within the advisory team, delivering advanced support in comprehensive financial planning and investment management while demonstrating increasing autonomy and expertise. This position requires ongoing professional development and mastery of advanced advisory skills. It is ideal for individuals seeking to deepen their expertise and take on greater responsibility in client relationships, with a potential path toward becoming a Wealth Advisor.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft and update comprehensive financial plans independently, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client objectives.
• Model and answer complex financial planning questions using advanced planning tools and techniques.
• Prepare and follow up on client review meetings autonomously, ensuring all action items are addressed.
• Draft planning recommendations with limited oversight, incorporating multiple financial considerations.
• Maintain a strong understanding of financial markets and current economic events.
• Maintain knowledge of model portfolios, investment philosophy, benchmarks, and investment strategies.
• Manage assigned client relationships with limited oversight while maintaining high service standards.
• Identify new business opportunities.
• Escalate client issues appropriately and propose solutions for complex situations.
• Enter trades and process money movements as directed by senior advisors.
• Mentor and train junior advisory team members.
• Apply sound judgment and experience to independently solve problems and navigate new situations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field).
• 4 years of industry experience required, preferably with an independent registered investment advisory firm.
• Series 65 or Series 66 license required.
• CFP, FPQP, or CFA certification (or actively pursuing one of these credentials).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with financial planning, CRM, portfolio management, and document management software.
  
  

Other Skills & Experience

• Strong personal integrity and professional initiative.
• Reliable with strong follow-through.
• Passion for helping clients achieve financial goals.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to accuracy and delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Adaptable and open to new ideas.
• Ability to work effectively in a small, entrepreneurial environment.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.