Lead Financial Advisor

Goodwin Recruiting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Revenue share

Medical insurance

401k match

PTO/Flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks a Lead Financial Advisor in San Diego to manage and grow client relationships independently. The role offers a path from mentoring leads to taking ownership of comprehensive financial planning and investments, aligned with clients’ goals and the firm’s philosophy.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of advisory experience, strong communication, and a track record in prospecting. Compensation includes base salary plus revenue share and bonuses, with top-tier medical, 401k,

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of client-facing financial advisory experience.
• Ability to independently lead client meetings and manage client relationships.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning and investment management.
• Experience developing prospects and converting them into clients.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Series 65, CFP designation or progress toward certification preferred.
• Experience with affluent clients, Salesforce, eMoney, or an RIA environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop long-term relationships with existing client households.
• Lead client meetings, financial planning discussions, and ongoing portfolio reviews.
• Develop comprehensive financial plans covering retirement, tax, estate, insurance, and cash flow needs.
• Present investment recommendations aligned with client goals and the firm's investment philosophy.
• Convert qualified prospects into long-term clients and contribute to business growth.
• Collaborate with Associate Advisors, Client Service, Investment, and Operations teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to regulatory and compliance requirements.

Skills

Client-facing

Financial planning

Prospecting

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Series 65

CFP in progress

Tools

Salesforce

eMoney

Job description

An established boutique wealth management firm is seeking a relationship-driven Lead Financial Advisor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an advisor with 3-5 years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career, manage client relationships independently, and contribute to the growth of a successful firm.

The best part? You do not need to bring an existing book of business. You will inherit established client relationships from senior advisors and receive qualified prospect opportunities through firm marketing, referrals, and other lead-generation programs.

Lead Financial Advisor Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop long-term relationships with existing client households.
• Lead client meetings, financial planning discussions, and ongoing portfolio reviews.
• Develop comprehensive financial plans covering retirement, tax, estate, insurance, and cash flow needs.
• Present investment recommendations aligned with client goals and the firm's investment philosophy.
• Convert qualified prospects into long-term clients and contribute to business growth.
• Collaborate with Associate Advisors, Client Service, Investment, and Operations teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to regulatory and compliance requirements.

Lead Financial Advisor Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of client-facing financial advisory experience.
• Ability to independently lead client meetings and manage client relationships.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning and investment management.
• Experience developing prospects and converting them into clients.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Series 65, CFP® designation or progress toward certification preferred.
• Experience with affluent clients, Salesforce, eMoney, or an RIA environment is a plus.

Lead Financial Advisor Benefits:

• Excellent base salary plus Revenue share
• Competitive bonus
• 100% employer paid medical insurance
• 401k w/6% match
• Amazing PTO/Flexibility
• Paid professional development