Associate Wealth Advisor – Financial Planning & Client Relationships

CMC Recruiting; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CMC Recruiting is helping a wealth management practice in Charlotte, NC hire an experienced Service Advisor to support lead advisors and manage ongoing financial planning for an established client base. This in-office role offers flexibility and a high-touch client experience.

The Service Advisor will gather client information, prepare planning analyses across retirement, investments, insurance, estate and tax planning, and help ensure recommendations are implemented.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Series 7 and Series 63 (or equivalent).
• Life & Health Insurance License.
• 4-6 years of wealth management or financial planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a second chair to lead advisors in client meetings.
• Gather and analyze client financial information.
• Prepare financial planning analyses across retirement, investments, insurance, estate planning, tax planning, and cash flow.
• Develop planning recommendations and presentation materials for client meetings.
• Review financial plans for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with client goals.
• Document meeting notes, action items, and follow-up activities.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and help ensure planning recommendations are implemented.
• Assist with portfolio analysis and investment reviews.
• Coordinate with internal specialists and outside professionals when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation within planning and CRM systems.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance the overall client experience.

Skills

Wealth management

Client relationship management

Financial analysis

Financial planning

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Financial planning software

Job description

Location: Charlotte, NC (In-office with Flexibility)

Compensation: $90k-$105K depending on experience

Our client is an established and growing wealth management practice seeking an experienced Service Advisor to work closely with lead advisors and support the ongoing financial planning and relationship management needs of an established client base.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with clients, has a strong financial planning foundation, and wants to continue growing on the advisory side of wealth management without the pressure of building their own book of business.

The Service Advisor will act as a second chair to lead advisors, participate in client meetings, prepare and update comprehensive financial plans, support investment and risk management strategies, and help ensure clients receive a proactive, high-touch experience.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as a second chair to lead advisors in client meetings
• Gather and analyze client financial information
• Prepare financial planning analyses across retirement, investments, insurance, estate planning, tax planning, and cash flow
• Develop planning recommendations and presentation materials for client meetings
• Review financial plans for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with client goals
• Update financial plans as client circumstances and objectives change
• Document meeting notes, action items, and follow-up activities
• Serve as a point of contact for client questions and ongoing service needs
• Maintain regular communication with clients and help ensure planning recommendations are implemented
• Assist with portfolio analysis and investment reviews
• Monitor client accounts and identify potential planning opportunities
• Support the implementation of investment, insurance, and risk management strategies
• Coordinate with internal specialists and outside professionals when appropriate
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation within planning and CRM systems
• Help ensure client needs, follow-up items, and deliverables stay on trackContribute to process improvements that enhance the overall client experience

We’re Looking For:

• 4-6 years of wealth management, financial planning, or related financial services experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
• Series 7 and Series 63 (or equivalent)
• Life & Health Insurance License
• Experience working directly with clients in a wealth management or advisory environment
• Experience preparing, updating, or contributing to comprehensive financial plans
• Strong understanding of retirement, investments, insurance, estate, tax, and cash flow planning concepts
• Comfortable participating in client meetings and discussing financial planning strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through