We are an independent wealth management firm in Morton, IL with a clear growth track, and we are hiring an Associate Financial Advisor to begin client-facing work on day one - with a structured path to full advisor status within 12 months.
What you'll do
- Sit in on and actively participate in client meetings alongside us from your first weeks
- Learn and apply our firm's planning and investment process across a range of client situations
- Build relationships with our existing clients through follow-up, service requests, and proactive outreach
- Support our preparation of financial plans, portfolio reviews, and client presentations
- Develop your own book of business as you progress toward the full advisor transition milestone
- Absorb compliance, documentation, and operational best practices under our direct mentorship
- Take on increasing client responsibility over 12 months with our oversight
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field - or equivalent work experience
- Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills
- Genuine interest in a long-term career in financial planning or wealth management
- Ability to work full-time onsite at our Morton, IL office (Peoria metro area)
Nice to have
- Progress toward or completion of Series 65, Series 7, or CFP designation
- Prior experience in financial services, banking, or client-facing roles
- Comfort with financial planning software or CRM tools
- Demonstrated self-motivation through internships, sales experience, or other results-oriented work
Pay & benefits
- Base salary: $50,000-$60,000 depending on experience
- Performance bonus after year one
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k match, and paid time off
- Direct mentorship from our experienced senior advisors
- Structured 12-month promotion path to full Wealth Advisor with your own client responsibilities
Location & schedule
Full-time, onsite - Morton, IL (Peoria metro area). Monday-Friday standard business hours. No remote or hybrid option for this role.
About & how to apply
We are a growing independent wealth management firm based in Morton, IL, investing in the next generation of advisors through hands-on mentorship and a clear career ladder.