Associate Wealth Advisor

Waverly Advisors, LLC; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Sabbatical program

Health/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Waverly Advisors, LLC in Lafayette, IN seeks an Associate Wealth Advisor to support high-net-worth clients under senior guidance. You will help manage client relationships, assist in advanced planning, and provide excellent service and timely operational support.

The role emphasizes communication, attention to detail, and the development of client advisory skills within a mentorship-driven team. Expect collaboration across planning, research, and client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• At least one of CFA®, CFP®, or CPA.
• Two to five years’ experience in the financial services industry, preferably at an RIA.
• Adeptness with financial planning software such as Money, Right Capital, or Money Guide Pro; EMoney experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in a CRM such as Salesforce.
• Experience with custodians such as Schwab, TradePMR, or Fidelity; Schwab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate client consulting process through each step and participate in client meetings.
• Support Wealth Advisors in business development while driving own organic growth.
• Execute client requests, update client information, and follow up on open items for advisors and clients.
• Build wealth management acumen with understanding of investment philosophy and planning considerations.
• Prepare client meeting materials and attend client/prospect meetings.
• Collaborate with financial planners to develop financial plans for clients.
• Monitor asset allocations, rebalancing, and trade recommendations with wealth advisors and internal trading team.
• Manage completion of deliverables from start to finish with Client Service Associates and others.
• Provide diligent documentation of client communication and use CRM.
• Serve day-to-day client needs and collaborate with team to ensure high service levels.
• Provide on-demand and scheduled reports to advisors and clients as requested.
• Participate in team meetings and review quarterly reports for accuracy.
• Track and complete special projects throughout the year as needed.
• Manage client onboarding processes and facilitate new account paperwork with client service team.
• Utilize custodial platforms such as Schwab, Fidelity, Pershing as needed.

Skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Economics

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Money

Right Capital

Money Guide Pro

EMoney

Microsoft Office

Schwab

Fidelity

TradePMR

Job description

Waverly Advisors’ primary goal is to serve our clients, one another, and our communities. Wearen’tyour typical wealth management firm. Our intense client focus is at the center of everything we do. We go far beyond just managing our clients’ investments, offering truly in-depth financial planning. We set ourselves apart byactually livingand acting on our guiding principle, ‘Serve.’ It is the reason we go to work every day.

In this role,you’llbe challenged to take on work that upholds our guiding principle and drives Waverly Advisors forward. We hopeyou’llgrow as a person and leader in your field and transform those around you as well.

We are looking to add an Associate Wealth Advisor to our teaminourLafayette,INoffice. The Associate Wealth Advisor is an essential part of the Waverly Advisors team, providing comprehensive support to our high-net-worth clients by working closely with experienced Wealth Advisors. The Associate Wealth Advisorassistsadvisors with the operational needs of their clients, helps to manage client relationships, and activelyparticipatesin the advanced planning process. This isaccomplishedthrough ongoing communication, excellent clientservice,and outstanding operational support. This role is ideal for those who wish to develop client advisory skills under the guidance and mentorship of an experienced Wealth Advisory team. A successful candidate will have the ability to effectively communicate with clients and team members, critical attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, an energetic and positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Organizational skills, resiliency and flexibility,promptness,and the ability toanticipateneeds are necessary in all tasks and responsibilities.

• Facilitates the client consulting process through the preparation and follow-up of each step of the client experience and active participation in client meetings.
• Supports Wealth Advisors in business development while driving their own efforts to generate organic growth.
• Executes client requests, updates client information, and follows up on open items for advisors and clients.
• Builds a strong wealth management acumen with an understanding of Waverly’s investment philosophy and ongoing general market outlook, portfolio construction and management, goals-based financial planning, alongside estate,taxand philanthropic planning considerations.
• Prepares client meeting materials and attends client and/or prospect meetings.
• Collaborates with financial planners and wealth advisors to develop financial plans thatassistclients to understand their financial picture and develop strategies to achieve their goals.
• Monitors clients’ asset allocations,rebalancing ofportfolios, and trade recommendations by working with Wealth Advisors and our internal trading team.
• Manages completion of deliverables from start to finish with Client Service Associates and/or various internal and external parties as needed.
• Provides diligent documentation of client communication andutilizesCRM software.
• Serves day-to-day client needs and collaborates with team members to ensure the highest level of service.
• Provides on-demand and scheduled reports to advisors and clients, as requested.
• Participates in and contributes to team meetings, as assigned.
• Reviews quarterly reports for accuracy.
• Tracks and completes any special projects throughout the year as needed.
• Manages client onboardingprocessesandfacilitatesnew account paperwork withthe clientservice team.
• Utilizes various custodial platforms such as Schwab,Fidelityand Pershing to helpmaintainclient accounts as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degreerequiredpreferably in Finance, Business,Economics, or a related field.
• At least one of the following designations: CFA®, CFP®, orCPA.
• Twotofiveyears’ experience in the financial services industry, preferably at an RIA.
• Adeptness with financial planning software such aseMoney, Right Capital, or Money Guide Pro. EMoney experience, strongly preferred.
• Proficiencyin a CRM such as Salesforce.
• Experience working with financial custodians such as Schwab,TradePMR, or Fidelity. Schwab preferred.
• Detail-oriented self-starter with problem solving ability, adaptability, and flexibility.
• Effective speaking and presentation skills.
• Excellent writingproficiency.
• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Coachable with the ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Learning and development mindset and drive for continuous improvement.
• Personal commitment to continuing education for professional development and growth.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

Travel:

• Occasional travel to meet with clients may occur.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage to support your overallwell ‑ being.
• 401(k) retirement plan with match and profit sharing to help you invest in your future.
• Twelve paid holidays each year.
• An extra vacation day during your birthday week—so you cancelebrateyou!
• Responsible Time Off Policygivingflexibility without annual PTO limits, while balancing team responsibilities and business needs.
• Paid sabbatical program: Enjoy four consecutive weeks of paid time off after seven years of service.
• Compensationcommensuratewith experience.

Legal:

Waverly Advisors, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.