About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

---

Position Overview

Confidential Client seeks a relationship-focused Associate Financial Advisor to join a collaborative private-wealth practice. This role is ideal for an advisor who enjoys translating complex financial topics into clear guidance, leading client meetings, and supporting comprehensive planning and investment implementation.

---

What You’ll Do

• Lead and prepare for client meetings independently or with another advisor; document decisions, opportunities, and follow-up items in the CRM.
• Help clients clarify financial and life goals and translate those into comprehensive planning strategies.
• Address day-to-day client needs and resolve escalated service matters with the client service team.
• Deliver meeting notes and action items to support staff within established service standards (generally within 24 hours).
• Maintain complete, accurate client records and respond to client communications in a timely, thoughtful manner.
• Review client data, financial inventories, and preliminary analyses for accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluate and finalize planning recommendations, action plans, and implementation strategies.
• Interpret financial statements, perform calculations, and run hypothetical scenarios and illustrations.
• Present recommendations clearly and guide clients through implementation steps.
• Complete managed-account reviews and related follow-up after client meetings.
• Assist with investment policy statements (including customized IPS for high-net-worth relationships).
• Support portfolio reallocations outside established models where appropriate, consistent with practice guidance and regulations.
• Communicate the practice’s economic and investment perspective in clear, accessible language.
• Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships and support organic growth and referral activity.
• Develop relationships with centers of influence (CPAs, attorneys) and participate in client-appreciation and team growth initiatives.
• Participate in team meetings, special projects, and continuous improvement projects to enhance workflows and service quality.

---

Success Measures

• Clients receive responsive, proactive service and clearly understand recommendations.
• Meeting preparation, documentation, and follow-up are accurate, complete, and timely.
• Planning and investment recommendations are thoughtful, compliant, and aligned with client goals.
• The advisor builds trust within the team, contributes ideas, and takes ownership of commitments.
• Client relationships deepen over time through strong service and appropriate organic growth.

---

What You’ll Bring (Minimum Requirements)

• Active FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations, or Series 63 and Series 65 registrations.
• Active state life, accident, and health insurance licenses.
• Experience supporting or managing client relationships in wealth management, financial planning, or related financial-services settings.
• Working knowledge of comprehensive financial planning, investment concepts, and regulated advisory practices.
• Ability to lead client conversations, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and follow through consistently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex topics clearly and empathetically.
• High degree of integrity, organization, accountability, adaptability, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and the ability to learn CRM, planning, investment, and other proprietary systems.

---

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Entry-level professional designation such as CRPC, RICP, BFA, or APMA.
• CFP, ChFC, CFA, or CIMA designation — or demonstrated commitment to pursue an advanced designation.
• Experience serving high-net-worth clients and collaborating with multidisciplinary professional partners.

---

Compensation & Benefits

• Employment type: Full time.
• Anticipated base salary: $100,000–$125,000 per year (based on experience, credentials, and demonstrated ability to manage client relationships). The role is also eligible for performance-based incentive opportunities. Benefits and additional compensation details will be discussed during interviews.
• Work environment: Professional office setting; routinely uses computers, telephones, and other office equipment. Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

---

Legal & Compliance Notes

• This posting is intended to comply with applicable U.S. employment laws for jobs listed in Washington state. Required registrations and state insurance licenses must be maintained in good standing.
• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer; employment decisions are made in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

---

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.