Client Advisor

International Search Consultants; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 88,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (15 days) + holidays

Licensing & certification support

Professional development

Job summary

International Search Consultants in Seattle, WA is seeking a Client Advisor to join a growing wealth advisory team serving ultra-wealthy families and business owners. The role blends financial planning with project management in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Candidates should have 5+ years of direct client advisory experience, knowledge of estate structures and asset management, and a Series 65 license (CFP preferred).

Qualifications

• 5 years of direct client advisory experience in wealth management or family office setting.
• Knowledge of estate structures, asset management approaches and advanced planning techniques.
• Active Series 65 license; CFP or progress toward certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning and delivery across investment oversight, cash-flow planning, education funding, risk management, estate considerations, and philanthropy.
• Draft and deliver customized reports, planning materials, and meeting presentations for clients.
• Partner with senior advisors to support complex relationships while gaining responsibility.
• Engage with clients and outside professionals to ensure seamless execution of strategies.
• Contribute to multi-generational family discussions and planning sessions.

Skills

Client advisory

Estate planning

Licensing

CFP preferred

Communication

Organization

Relationship management

Job description

Client Advisor - Seattle, WA

Our client is a growing wealth advisory firm looking to hire two key Advisory roles – both open due to new clients coming on board and growth within the firm.

Client Advisor is an excellent opportunity for someone with 5+ years of Associate Advisory experience seeking a supportive culture that fosters mentorship and growth from within toward a key Advisory role. The Client Advisor will work closely with ultra-wealthy families, entrepreneurs, and business owners, and is designed for someone who enjoys blending financial planning with project management and who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of services across key areas: investment oversight, cash-flow planning, education funding, risk management, estate considerations, and philanthropy.
• Draft and deliver customized reports, planning materials, and meeting presentations for clients.
• Partner with senior advisors to support significant, complex relationships while gaining increasing responsibility.
• Engage directly with clients and their outside professionals (attorneys, accountants, insurance providers) to ensure seamless execution of strategies.
• Contribute to multi-generational family discussions and planning sessions.

Requirements

• 5 years of direct client advisory experience in wealth management, financial planning, or a family office environment.
• A working knowledge of estate structures, asset management approaches, and advanced planning techniques.
• Active Series 65 (or equivalent) license; CFP® or progress toward certification strongly preferred.
• Clear communicator with the ability to simplify complex ideas.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
• A relationship-builder with high emotional intelligence and a proactive mindset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $88,000 – $150,000, plus discretionary bonus.
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 15 days annually, plus holidays.
• Support for licenses, certifications, and ongoing professional development.
• Team culture that values collaboration, personal growth, and community involvement.