Junior Financial Advisor / Financial Planning Associate

Wealthnest Planners; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Wealthnest Planners in Chandler, AZ is seeking an ambitious, client-centered person to join as an entry-level Junior Financial Advisor. This apprenticeship aims to build an elite holistic advisor from the ground up.

Year one focuses on front-office operations, client relations, and SOPs, with progression into tax prep, investment research, plans, and direct client work alongside senior planners. This role offers a strong runway for your wealth management career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field preferred.
• Interest in ongoing credentials (CFP/SIE/Series).
• Strong client service mindset and professional presence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for the firm, greeting clients with warmth and professionalism.
• Assist senior planners in gathering, organizing, and analyzing client documents.
• Shadow advisors and contribute to developing holistic financial plans.

Skills

Client relationship building

Active listening

High-touch service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Planning, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field

Job description

Wealthnest Planners is seeking an ambitious, client-centered individual to join our team as an entry-level Junior Financial Advisor. This unique role is structured as an intentional apprenticeship designed to build an elite, holistic financial advisor from the ground up.

We believe the most effective advisors are those who understand every moving part of a comprehensive planning practice. Year one focuses heavily on front-office operations, client relations, and standard administrative operating procedures. As you master the foundations of our client experience, you will systematically advance into tax preparation, investment research, financial plan development, and direct client-facing advisory work alongside our senior planners.

If you are eager to learn the wealth management profession the right way, without sales quotas or cold calling, this position offers an exceptional runway for your career.

Position Overview

Wealthnest Planners is seeking an ambitious, client-centered individual to join our team as an entry-level Junior Financial Advisor. This unique role is structured as an intentional apprenticeship designed to build an elite, holistic financial advisor from the ground up.

We believe the most effective advisors are those who understand every moving part of a comprehensive planning practice. Year one focuses heavily on front-office operations, client relations, and standard administrative operating procedures. As you master the foundations of our client experience, you will systematically advance into tax preparation, investment research, financial plan development, and direct client-facing advisory work alongside our senior planners.

If you are eager to learn the wealth management profession the right way, without sales quotas or cold calling, this position offers an exceptional runway for your career.

Career Trajectory & Phased Responsibilities

Phase 1: Operational Foundations & Client Experience (Year 1)

• Serve as the first point of contact for the firm, greeting visiting clients with genuine warmth and professionalism.
• Manage incoming phone inquiries, screen calls, and coordinate firm-wide scheduling.
• Prepare senior advisors for client meetings by assembling agendas, review packets, custodial paperwork, and account summaries.
• Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) to handle operational workflows, document archiving, and CRM data accuracy.
• Support day-to-day office administrative needs and participate in internal team meetings.

Phase 2: Tax Preparation & Analytical Integration (Year 1 to 2)

• Train directly in tax preparation workflows, learning how tax strategy drives superior wealth planning.
• Assist senior planners in gathering, organizing, and analyzing client tax documents and source records.
• Participate in entry-level tax return preparation and multi-year projection analysis.
• Expand into custodial service requests, cashiering, and account maintenance via LPL Financial platforms.

Phase 3: Advisory Support & Direct Client Work (Year 2+)

• Shadow senior advisors in discovery, review, and recommendation meetings.
• Conduct portfolio, insurance, and retirement income research using planning software tools.
• Assist in constructing comprehensive, individualized financial plans that encompass estate, investment, and tax strategies.
• Transition toward leading select client meetings and managing an internal book of relationships under firm mentorship.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Planning, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
• Professional Aspirations: Strong desire to pursue a long-term advisory career; interest in or active pursuit of industry credentials (e.g., CFP® certification, SIE, Series 7, Series 66).
• Interpersonal Excellence: Natural relationship builder who enjoys engaging with clients, active listening, and providing high-touch personal service.
• Work Ethic & Team Mindset: Humble, coachable approach with the patience to master operational fundamentals before stepping into advanced advisory duties.
• Detail & Compliance Orientation: Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous follow-through, and the highest standards of client confidentiality and ethical judgment.
• Presence: Full-time, on-site presence at our office in Chandler, Arizona.

About Wealthnest Planners

Wealthnest Planners is an independent, boutique financial planning practice offering fully integrated investment management, retirement planning, estate design, insurance, and tax planning under one roof. Locally owned and operated, we deliver independent, fiduciary-focused advice through LPL Financial, the nation's leading independent broker-dealer.

• We eliminate the typical high-pressure sales culture found across our industry. Instead, we dedicate ourselves to long-term stewardship, deep tax integration, and protecting our clients' wealth through every phase of life. We provide a collaborative, close-knit office environment where every team member is valued and supported in their professional growth. Learn more about our team and philosophy at www.wealthnest.com.