Associate Financial Advisor

Empirical Wealth Management; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Empirical Wealth Management is seeking a talented Associate Financial Advisor to assist in coordinating comprehensive financial planning for clients. The role involves client onboarding, financial analysis, and collaboration across teams, aiming to develop expertise in serving high-net-worth clients. Ideal candidates will have a background in financial services and a commitment to integrity.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with match

Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the financial services industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, self-starter with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Onboarding new clients and servicing existing clients.
• Preparing for client meetings and updating financial plans.
• Supporting advisors in comprehensive financial planning.

Skills

Communication

Mathematics

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Technological Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Series 65

CFP Certification (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Empirical Wealth Management is a rapidly growing financial services firms, currently directing the financial lives and managing assets for hundreds of individuals and businesses. We seek high caliber individuals who will succeed in a high opportunity business environment. Since opening in 2006, we have organically grown to over $6B in AUM through steady referrals from our clients and business partners. Our goal is to get to $10B in the next couple years and to continue opening offices across the country.

Our Culture

Empirical is truly unique. We believe that each employee is a valuable contributor to the overall effectiveness of the firm. The sharing of concepts and ideas is paramount to the growth of each employee, so we believe in cultivating an environment that promotes collaborative development. Our employees are passionate about the work they do and want to inspire that work ethic into those around them.

Empirical is seeking a talented Associate Financial Advisor (AFA), who under the guidance of a Lead Financial Advisor, will help coordinate comprehensive planning for clients. You will learn to conduct financial analysis, prepare financial plans, make investment recommendations, and help clients achieve their goals. You will have the opportunity develop your expertise in all areas of financial planning, strengthening your ability to serve high-net-worth clients as a future financial advisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Onboarding new clients, servicing existing clients, and demonstrating proficiency in integrating the advice of CFAs, CPAs, and JDs into the client relationship
• Client service, including preparing for client meetings, updating plans, reviewing portfolios, preparing reports, and implementing recommendations
• Supporting advisors in providing comprehensive financial planning, including cash flow analysis, investments, retirement, insurance, tax, and estate planning
• Collaborating across multiple teams, attending client and team meetings
• Performing administrative duties that support Financial Advisors in daily business practices, including gathering information regarding client finances, organizing electronic case files, preparing critical documentation and other correspondence, and completing special projects
• Acquiring and maintaining relevant certifications, credentials, and industry knowledge

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the financial services industry
• Bachelor’s Degree, Series 65, and starting/working towards CFP certification
• Unquestioned commitment to integrity in personal and professional activities
• Excellent verbal and written communication and exceptional math skills. The ability to clearly communicate with advisors and clients is critical to the position.
• Highly motivated with ability to function well in a fast-paced team environment where everyone pitches in as needed to get the job done
• Comfortable on camera for meetings, conferences, and presentations
• Ability to do independent research and strong attention to detail
• Demonstrate technological acumen in applying new techniques and knowledge to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of financial planning processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of financial planning, CRM, trading, and custodian software is a plus.
• Proactive, self-starter by nature, friendly, strong desire to learn and ability to take direction
• Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance for employees are 100% paid for by the company
• 401(k) Plan with match
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment