Financial Planning Assistant

Dahl Consulting; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Discounted services

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Dahl Consulting in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Financial Planning Assistant to support the advisory team with financial plan preparation, client service, and investment analysis. The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and compliance, offering exposure to wealth management, retirement planning, and client-facing duties in a fast-paced environment.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential, as is the ability to maintain confidential client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in financial planning or related field.
• Ability to obtain securities licenses (SIE, Series 7, Series 66) and life/health licenses.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Proficiency with financial planning software and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist advisors with preparing financial plans, recommendations, and client meeting materials.
• Support client review meetings with data gathering, analysis, and follow-up activities.
• Respond to client inquiries and maintain accurate client records in CRM.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and regulations.
• Support portfolio analysis and the development of financial planning recommendations.
• Coordinate and track action items for efficient client service.
• Collaborate on marketing initiatives and client engagement.
• Assist with business operations and administrative tasks.
• Maintain documentation of client interactions and workflow.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Data discretion

CRM software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Financial planning software

CRM platforms

Office applications

Job description

Title: Financial Planning Assistant

Location: Lakeland, FL

Job Type: Permanent/Direct-Hire

Compensation: $50,000-100000 (base is determined by licenses and other qualifications)

Industry: Wealth Advisory

About The Role

Our firm is conducting a search on behalf of a respected independent wealth management and financial planning practice dedicated to helping individuals and families make informed financial decisions and work toward their long-term goals. This organization provides comprehensive financial planning, investment management, retirement planning, and wealth preservation services while emphasizing exceptional client relationships and personalized guidance.

The Financial Planning Assistant will play a key role in supporting financial advisors through financial plan preparation, client service, investment analysis, and operational support. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who is passionate about financial planning and enjoys contributing to a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Job Description

The Financial Planning Assistant supports the advisory team in delivering high-quality financial planning and wealth management services. This role combines client service, financial analysis, operational support, and planning coordination to help advisors provide an exceptional client experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist advisors with preparing financial plans, recommendations, and client meeting materials.
• Support client review meetings through data gathering, analysis, and follow-up activities.
• Respond to client inquiries and provide timely account servicing support.
• Maintain accurate client records within CRM and planning systems.
• Ensure adherence to firm policies, compliance requirements, and industry regulations.
• Assist with portfolio analysis and the development of financial planning recommendations.
• Support business operations and administrative functions as needed.
• Collaborate with advisors on marketing initiatives and client engagement activities.
• Coordinate and track action items to support efficient client service and workflow management.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years of experience in financial planning, wealth management, paraplanning, or a related financial services role.
• Strong understanding of financial planning principles, investment products, and wealth management strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential client information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency with financial planning software, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required securities and insurance licenses, including:
  • Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
  • Series 7
  • Series 66
  • Applicable state Life, Accident, and Health Insurance Producer licenses
• Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and regulatory compliance.

Preferred

• Active SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses.
• Active state Life, Accident, and Health Insurance Producer license(s).
• Experience supporting financial advisors in an independent advisory, wealth management, or financial planning environment.
• Familiarity with financial planning and portfolio management software.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to business development, client engagement, or marketing initiatives.
• Proven success working in a fast-paced, client-focused professional services environment.

Benefits

Our partner offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees both personally and professionally. Benefits include paid time off (PTO) based on tenure, paid holidays throughout the year, and health, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage for eligible full-time employees. Employees may also participate in our 401(k) plan, featuring a 100% company match on the first 4% of contributions. Additional benefits include paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, including adoption and surrogacy, discounted financial planning and advisory services, and bereavement leave to provide support during the loss of a family member.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!