Junior Financial Adviser

Kirkby, Phelan & Associates; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Licensing support

CFP designation support

Health reimbursement arrangement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kirkby, Phelan & Associates, a tax, accounting, and financial services firm affiliated with LPL Financial, seeks a motivated Junior Financial Advisor to join our advisory team in an in-office role. You will support senior advisors, work directly with clients on financial planning, and help grow a book of business alongside our tax and accounting professionals.

Ideal candidates have about two years of relevant experience, have completed the SIE exam, and are pursuing licenses (Series 65/66 or

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of experience in financial services or related advisory role.
• SIE Exam required.
• Series 65 or 66 license required (or Series 7 & 66); licensure pursued encouraged.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or related field.
• Working toward CFP designation (support provided).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with client-service mindset.
• Detail-oriented with organizational and time-management skills.
• Familiar with financial planning software, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office.
• Able to collaborate in a team-based advisory environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior advisors in preparing and delivering financial plans and investment reviews.
• Meet with clients to gather financial information and understand goals.
• Identify planning opportunities by working with tax and accounting teams.
• Prepare account paperwork and onboarding for new clients.
• Conduct research on investment products and market trends.
• Participate in client reviews and grow client-facing responsibilities.
• Maintain records in CRM and portfolio systems.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and platform updates.

Skills

SIE Exam

Series 65/66

Series 7

Finance degree

CRM experience

MS Office

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office

Financial planning software

Job description

Kirkby, Phelan & Associates is a tax, accounting, and financial services firm affiliated with LPL Financial. We take an integrated approach to helping clients manage their financial lives by combining tax planning, accounting, and investment advisory services under one roof. We're looking for a motivated Junior Financial Advisor to join our growing advisory team.

As an independent firm, we understand the importance of a trusted relationship with your financial advisor. Our clients enjoy access to an experienced and knowledgeable team that places a premium on listening carefully, responding quickly and planning effectively to provide them with superior service and financial guidance.

About Us

Kirkby, Phelan & Associates is a tax, accounting, and financial services firm affiliated with LPL Financial. We take an integrated approach to helping clients manage their financial lives by combining tax planning, accounting, and investment advisory services under one roof. We're looking for a motivated Junior Financial Advisor to join our growing advisory team.

As an independent firm, we understand the importance of a trusted relationship with your financial advisor. Our clients enjoy access to an experienced and knowledgeable team that places a premium on listening carefully, responding quickly and planning effectively to provide them with superior service and financial guidance.

The Role

We\'re seeking a Junior Financial Advisor with approximately two years of relevant experience to support our advisory practice and work directly with clients on their financial planning and investment needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their advisory career to build a book of business within an established firm, with the built-in advantage of working alongside our tax and accounting professionals and their existing client relationships.

This is an in-office position.

What You\'ll Do

• Assist senior advisors in preparing and delivering financial plans, investment recommendations, and portfolio reviews
• Meet with clients to gather financial information, understand goals, and support ongoing relationship management
• Help identify planning opportunities by working closely with our tax and accounting teams
• Prepare account paperwork, maintain compliance documentation, and support onboarding for new clients
• Conduct research on investment products, market trends, and planning strategies
• Participate in client reviews and gradually take on greater client-facing responsibility as you grow in the role
• Maintain accurate records within our CRM and portfolio management systems
• Stay current on industry regulations, LPL platform updates, and compliance requirements

What We\'re Looking For

• Approximately 2 years of experience in financial services, wealth management, or a related advisory role
• Completion of the SIE (Securities Industry Essentials) Exam required
• Series 65 or 66 license required (or Series 7 & 66); candidates actively pursuing licensure will be considered
• Bachelor\'s degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or related field
• Working toward or interested in pursuing a CFP® designation (support provided)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-service mindset
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable working with financial planning software, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based, multi-disciplinary firm environment
• High degree of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive client information

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance-based incentives
• Direct mentorship from experienced advisors and access to LPL Financial\'s platform and resources
• Support for licensing, continuing education, and professional designations (e.g., CFP®)
• Health reimbursement arrangement and retirement plan upon eligibility
• A clear growth path toward building your own client base within an established, multi-service firm
• Collaborative environment with built-in referral opportunities from our tax and accounting practice

Kirkby, Phelan & Associates is an equal opportunity employer.