Lead Financial Advisor

Secfi; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility of startup culture

Opportunity for personal and professional growth

Job summary

A dynamic financial advisory startup is seeking a Lead Financial Advisor to provide personalized advice to startup employees and executives. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in financial advisory, with a strong understanding of equity compensation. This role offers the opportunity to develop deep client relationships, leverage technology, and impact the lives of high-net-worth individuals. Join a mission-driven team and help reshape financial advice in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in financial advisory or wealth management.
• Proven track record in delivering tailored financial advice.
• Understanding of the unique challenges faced by startup employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-touch financial advice including equity compensation planning.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with high-net-worth clients.
• Help shape scalable systems for delivering customized financial advice.

Skills

Client relationship management

Equity compensation expertise

Financial advisory experience

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field

Job description

Secfi Wealth Management is an early‑stage, registered investment advisor (RIA) startup on a mission to transform how startup employees and executives manage their equity compensation. We’re building a specialized firm focused on the unique financial needs of clients who receive stock options, RSUs, and other forms of equity compensation. Combining deep industry expertise with tech‑driven solutions, we empower our clients to unlock the full potential of their wealth as they navigate the complexities of equity ownership.

About the Role

As a Lead Financial Advisor, you will be instrumental in delivering tailored financial advice to startup employees, founders, and executives. This entrepreneurial role presents an opportunity to develop a niche book of business and work cross‑functionally with different departments to build a tech‑forward practice in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.

What You’ll Do

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Be hands‑on with our clients, providing high‑touch, personalized financial advice that includes equity compensation planning, tax optimization, retirement planning, and more.
• Develop and maintain deep, trusted relationships with high‑net‑worth clients, guiding them through key financial decisions and transitions.
• Embrace a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and collaboration within the advisory team.
• Be a key driver of business growth through client acquisition efforts.

Equity Compensation Expertise

• Provide thought leadership on equity compensation topics both internally and externally, staying ahead of trends and regulatory changes.
• Educate clients, and work with team members on the nuances of stock options, RSUs, and tax planning for startup employees and founders.

Operations

• Help shape scalable systems (tech stack and processes) for delivering customized financial advice, ensuring consistency, client satisfaction, and quality as we grow.

Who You Are

• You have 7+ years of experience in financial advisory, wealth management, or related roles, with expertise in equity compensation.
• You’re passionate about serving startup employees and executives, understanding the unique challenges they face when managing equity compensation.
• You’re skilled at client relationship management, especially with high‑net‑worth individuals, and have a proven track record of delivering tailored, high‑impact financial advice.
• You are tech‑savvy and open to leveraging new tools to improve client experiences and advisory efficiency.
• You have a Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field (CFP designation or advanced degree is a plus).
• You are flexible and comfortable with the changes and improvements that come with startup culture.

Why Secfi Wealth?

• Join a mission‑driven startup that’s reimagining financial advice for startup employees and equity holders.
• Work alongside a passionate and ambitious advisory team to make a real impact in our clients’ lives.
• Enjoy the flexibility and excitement of an early‑stage company with the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

If you’re looking to escape the feeling of being a small cog in a big machine, with limited career progression or capped upside – come join something new, innovative and purposeful where you can impact the future of the firm and industry.