Associate Financial Advisor

Wealth Enhancement Group, LLC; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

HSA

Job summary

Wealth Enhancement Group in Athens, GA seeks an Associate Financial Advisor to join the advisory team. You’ll partner with senior advisors to deliver high-touch client service and help clients reach their financial goals.

The role offers to build advisory experience, contribute to business development, and support client retention. A 4-year degree and 2+ years in wealth management are required; Series 65 is preferred. Compensation ranges from $55,000 to $85,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or economics.
• Minimum 2 years in wealth management.
• Series 65 advanced designation or CFP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage client relationships with excellent service.
• Assist the Financial Advisor during client meetings and follow-up.
• Take meeting notes and enter into CRM.
• Present financial advice or plan to client with the Financial Advisor.
• Meet with client to obtain planning information or confirm details.
• Analyze investments, insurance policies, and financial plans.
• Place trades and oversee tasks by the client service team.
• Prepare annual reviews and support the team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Client relationship management

Education

4-year degree

2+ years wealth management experience

Series 65

CFP preferred

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About Wealth Enhancement

Wealth Enhancement is an independent wealth management firm with an endless passion for enriching the lives of our clients. We continually seek to perfect our craft of personalized financial planning with our team-based Roundtable and UniFi processes that go far beyond the standard approach. We proudly provide unique financial plans and investment management services to over 90,000 households from our over 175 offices - and growing - nationwide. Since 1997, Wealth Enhancement has tirelessly raised the standard of wealth management with specialized knowledge and more attentive service that helps every client craft their future. For more information, please visit www.wealthenhancement.com.

Associate Financial Advisor Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Financial Advisor to join our advisory practice in Athens, GA. As an AFA, you’ll be an integral part of the advisory team, partnering with senior advisors to provide exceptional client service and help clients achieve their financial goals. This role offers the opportunity to build your advisory experience while delivering a high-touch client experience and contributing to both business development and client retention. We select our initial compensation target using national compensation survey data. When we make an offer, we then factor in things like tenure, performance, and geographic location to come up with the most accurate numbers. The expected pay range for this Associate Financial Advisor position is $55,000 to $85,000 annually. This range may include a base salary plus variable compensation. The company in good faith believes it would pay in this range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation within this range will depend on your qualifications, skills, and credentials, educational and professional experience and actual compensation will depend on your productivity and sales numbers and can be below or exceed the range. A full benefits suite is offered, including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off and other benefits.

Primary Job Functions

• Work with the financial advisory team to actively manage client relationships with excellent service
• Assist the Financial Advisor during client meetings and with follow-up
• Take meeting notes and promptly enter into CRM
• Present financial advice or plan to client with the Financial Advisor
• Meet with client to obtain additional planning information or to clarify/confirm information provided
• Analyze client’s investments, insurance policies, and financial plan
• Place trades and oversee/manage tasks completed by the client service team
• Prepare annual reviews as required by the team
• Systematize the review process utilizing the CRM system
• Gather data for client reviews and review client files for additional sales opportunities
• Create reviews utilizing the Wealth Enhancement Group review system
• Create financial plans for clients as required by the team
• Analyze a client’s financial data in light of their financial goals
• Meet or call clients to obtain any additional planning information or clarify/confirm information provided
• Prepare client information to present to the Roundtable, if required
• Work effectively and professionally with the Financial Planning department, if required
• Participate in Wealth Enhancement Group trainings, educational events, coaching programs, and proficient in advisor/client facing technology
• Adherence to the Wealth Enhancement Group’s Corporate Communication Strategy and in good compliance standing

Education/Qualifications

• 4-year degree required; business, finance, economics preferred
• 2+ years of experience within the wealth management industry
• Series 65 Advanced designation preferred (CFP)
• Able to prepare client reviews and assist in meetings with senior advisors
• Possesses excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both oral & written)
• Able to manage multiple projects at once

Comprehensive Benefits Offerings

• Training and professional development
• Medical, dental and vision coverage (Available to full-time employees and their families)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical, dependent, and transit expenses
• Life and AD&D insurance – employer paid and voluntary options
• Short-term and long-term disability, workers compensation – employer paid
• 401k with match and profit sharing
• Wellness programs and resources
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• 18 days of paid time off (PTO), accrued annually (25 PTO days after 4 years of service)
• 12 paid holidays each year (10 pre-determined and 2 floating days)
• Paid parental leave and paid caregiver leave (Caregiver leave available after 6 months of tenure)
• Reimbursement for tuition, licensing, and other credentials (Available after meeting service requirements)

Additional Information

Should you need reasonable accommodation when completing the application form or during the selection process, contact the Human Resources Department at 763-417-1700. Information provided on this application will be kept confidential and only be shared with those involved in the selection process. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. This organization participates in E-Verify. The position requires the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, file documents in high or low cabinets, use the telephone and the computer systems. Wealth Enhancement may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All AI-supported evaluations are reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure accuracy and fairness. We are committed to equal opportunity in employment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Your personal information is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Wealth Enhancement is an independent wealth management firm with an endless passion for enriching the lives of our clients. We continually seek to perfect our craft of personalized financial planning with our team-based Roundtable and UniFi processes that go far beyond the standard approach. We proudly provide unique financial plans and investment management services to over 90,000 households from our over 175 offices - and growing - nationwide. Since 1997, Wealth Enhancement has tirelessly raised the standard of wealth management with specialized knowledge and more attentive service that helps every client craft their future. For more information, please visit www.wealthenhancement.com. Wealth Enhancement Careers