Sr Manager, Equity Compensation Planner

Charles Schwab; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + sabbatical

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Charles Schwab is seeking an Equity Compensation Planner to educate clients, assess goals, and translate equity compensation into actionable financial plans. You will deliver personalized guidance on stock options, RSUs, and related tools, aligning with Schwab's policies and investment methodology.

You will collaborate with a team of 10-12 professionals, leveraging technology to provide proactive planning, client education, and actionable recommendations for wealth planning and equity strategy.

Qualifications

• CFP designation is required.
• Active FINRA Series 7.
• Active FINRA Series 63/65 or 66.
• Preferred: Insurance licensing.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in financial services with 3 years in equity compensation.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients and understand their goals to inform financial plans.
• Develop equity compensation roadmaps and personalized action plans.
• Explain equity compensation options (stock options, RSUs, SARs) per policy guidelines.
• Engage in business development to retain assets and expand client relationships.
• Coordinate with Schwab specialists and departments to deliver integrated advice.

Skills

CFP designation

FINRA Series 7

FINRA 63/65/66

Insurance licensing (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree

Equity compensation knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CFP software

Job description

Your opportunity

As a company, we were established by Chuck over 40 years ago to champion Main Street over Wall Street, and to help Americans transform themselves from earners to owners. Through advocacy and innovation, we work to make investing more affordable, accessible and understandable for all. As we enter our fifth decade, we are looking for talented, innovative and driven people who believe they can help themselves, and our clients, create a better future.

Fundamentally, we believe all investors should have access to advice and financial planning without compromise and without the high cost typically associated with these services. We help clients achieve their financial goals through proactive wealth management solutions built upon a financial plan and utilizing a rigorous investment methodology. With a focus on inspiring client loyalty and a commitment to employee engagement through career development, we support clients and employees in reaching their goals.

This position is part of a team of experts who deliver expert equity compensation planning guidance and advice to our clients. Our teams are dedicated to making a difference through the power of planning with a focus on equity compensation. We connect, deeply understand and paint a picture of what’s possible regarding our clients financial lives. As Fiduciaries, we bring expertise in equity compensation in conjunction with powerful technology to inspire clients to take action and own their financial legacies.

As an Equity Compensation Planner at Charles Schwab, you will partner with clients to educate, understand their goals, wishes, and concerns so that they can successfully plan their financial future. As an Equity Compensation Planner you will work with clients to provide confidence and clarity regarding their equity compensation and provide actionable recommendations that will benefit and help strengthen their overall plan.

Planning

• Quickly build rapport with clients and conduct discovery conversations to better understand their financial needs. Demonstrate the value and importance of partnering with a CFP® professional.
• Partner with clients to create, review and refine their equity compensation roadmap and deliver their personalized action plan
• Provide education and answer questions from clients about equity compensation, including employee stock options (non-qualified and incentive), restricted stock units and awards, and stock appreciation rights in accordance with the Equity Compensation Advice Policies and Guidelines.
• Engage clients in conversations emphasizing the importance of incorporating equity compensation into their portfolio and financial goals with the goal of business development and retention of those assets.

Client Development

• Recommend and subsequently enroll clients into specific portfolio(s) based on the client’s individual plan and personal needs.
• Apply a planning-based, consultative approach to assess and determine appropriate solutions to meet client’s goals and needs.
• Collaborate with other organizations within the firm to create partnerships that help identify clients that would benefit from these services

Time management / organization / ability to leverage new technologies

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to ensure that an accurate final plan is delivered to each client/prospect in a timely manner
• Proactive management of schedule and appointments for clients related to their initial, follow up and annual review planning conversations
• Ability to coordinate meetings and presentations with business partners and clients
• Conduct follow up appointment activities and connect clients with internal Schwab specialists or departments.
• Proven ability to analyze complex situations and utilize technology

Additionally, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Be part of a team that is on the forefront of how financial planning and investment advice is delivered to clients leveraging our technology and digital capabilities
• Be part of a fast-paced environment where you will work on a highly collaborative team of 10-12 professionals with a supportive manager focused on your professional development and coaching to achieve your long-term career aspirations
• Learn from a variety of mentors, coaches and leaders that are focused on you and your career at Schwab
• Demonstrate a strong passion for planning, understanding of the markets, empathy, energy, and problem solving while delivering unparalleled value and outstanding service to our clients.
• Uncover development opportunities to further deepen our clients’ overall relationship with Schwab

What you have

Required Qualifications

• CFP® designation is required
• Active FINRA Series 7
• Active FINRA Series 63/65 or 66
• Preferred: Insurance licensing
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Prefer a minimum of 5 years of financial services experience with 3 years of equity compensation experience
• CFP® designation is required
• Active FINRA Series 7
• Active FINRA Series 63/65 or 66
• Preferred: Insurance licensing
• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of 5 years of financial services experience
• 3 years of equity compensation experience

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance