Financial Advisor

Wealth Enhancement; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with match

18 days of paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A wealth management firm in Charleston, West Virginia is seeking a Financial Advisor to join their team and assist clients in achieving financial goals. This role involves facilitating financial planning, managing client relationships, and providing high-level planning-oriented service. The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in a related field, advanced designation, and over 4 years of experience in wealth management. Competitive compensation of $100,000 to $150,000 per year is offered based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree; business, finance, economics preferred.
• Advanced designation required (CFP, CPA, MBA, etc.).
• 4+ years of experience within the wealth management industry.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the financial planning process for clients.
• Source and close prospective clients.
• Manage client relationships and assist the Financial Advisor.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

4-year degree in business, finance, or economics

Advanced designation (CFP, CPA, MBA)

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

About Wealth Enhancement

Wealth Enhancement is an independent wealth management firm with an endless passion for enriching the lives of our clients. We continually seek to perfect our craft of personalized financial planning with our team-based Roundtable and UniFi processes that go far beyond the standard approach. We proudly provide unique financial plans and investment management services to over 80,000 households from our over 140 offices – and growing – nationwide.

Since 1997, Wealth Enhancement has tirelessly raised the standard of wealth management with specialized knowledge and more attentive service that helps every client craft their future. For more information, please visit www.wealthenhancement.com.

Our Charleston office in West Virginia is looking for a Financial Advisor working as part of an advisory team to help clients achieve their financial goals, provide client service that exceeds the client’s expectations. Our team members work together to meet company objectives for customer service quality, client retention and sales growth.

The expected pay range for this Financial Advisor position is $100,000 to $150,000 annually. This range includes a base salary and may receive variable compensation, the company in good faith believes it would pay in this range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, and credentials, education and professional experience, tenure, cost-of living, and demand for the role in the applicable market.

Primary Job Functions

• Facilitate the financial planning process
• Discover a prospect or client’s values, goals and objectives
• Understand their current financial situation
• Engage them in the financial planning process
• Prepare and conduct annual reviews, including both planning and investment topics
• Source and close prospective clients
  • Proactively follow up with clients who have not implemented financial plan
  • Close leads provided by various WEG channels (Marketing, CRP, etc.)
  • Create opportunities within your network
  • Drive referrals from existing clients
• Manage client relationships and client service as needed
  • Assist the Financial Advisor during client meetings and with follow-up
  • Take meeting notes and promptly enter into the CRM
  • Present financial advice or plan to client with the Financial Advisor
  • Meet with client to obtain additional planning information, or to clarify/confirm information provided
  • Analyze client’s current investments and insurance policies
  • Place trades and account management
• Participate in Wealth Enhancement Group trainings, educational events, coaching programs, and be proficient in advisor/client facing technology
• Adhere to the Wealth Enhancement Group’s Corporate Communication Strategy and maintain good compliance standing

Education / Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree; business, finance, economics preferred
• Advanced designation required (CFP, CPA, MBA, etc.)
• Series 7, 66 (BD/RIA)
• Series 65 (RIA Only)
• Insurance Licenses
• 4+ years of experience within the wealth management industry
• Ability to source and convert prospects to clients and provide high-level planning-oriented service
• Possess excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both oral & written)
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Engagement in WEG, broader community and active participation in financial planning community

Comprehensive Benefits Offerings

• Training and professional development
• Medical, dental and vision coverage (Available to full-time employees and their families)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical, dependent, and transit expenses
• Life and AD&D insurance – employer paid and voluntary options
• Short-term and long-term disability, workers compensation – employer paid
• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Wellness programs and resources
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• 18 days of paid time off (PTO), accrued annually (25 PTO days after 4 years of service)
• 12 paid holidays each year (10 pre-determined and 2 floating days)
• Paid parental leave and paid caregiver leave (Caregiver leave available after 6 months of tenure)
• Reimbursement for tuition, licensing, and other credentials (Available after meeting service requirements)

If you need reasonable accommodation when completing the application form or during the selection process, contact the Human Resources Department at 763-417-1700.

Information provided on this application will be kept confidential and only be shared with those involved in the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. This organization participates in E-Verify.

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OSHA Requirements: This position requires the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, file documents in high or low cabinets, use the telephone and use the computer systems.

Wealth Enhancement may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All AI-supported evaluations are reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure accuracy and fairness. We are committed to equal opportunity in employment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Your personal information is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws.