Wealth Management Strategy Consultant

Farm Bureau Financial Services; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Onsite wellness facilities

Job summary

Farm Bureau Financial Services seeks a strategic Wealth Management Consultant to serve as a trusted resource for advisors, guiding portfolio construction and investment solutions. You will evaluate products, develop training, and collaborate across Wealth Management, Sales, Marketing, and Compliance to drive advisor success.

Qualified candidates will have a strong finance background, the ability to translate complex concepts into practical guidance, and a willingness to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and seven years of wealth management experience.
• FINRA Series 7 and Series 65/66 licenses required.
• Current Life & Health Insurance License required.
• Advanced designation such as CFP®, CFA®, ChFC®, or CLU® preferred.
• Strong understanding of investment products, portfolio construction, advisory platforms, and financial planning strategies.
• Passion for coaching, educating, and helping advisors succeed.
• Skilled communicator who can simplify complex topics and connect with audiences.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to wealth management resource for advisors and help grow their business.
• Guide advisors on portfolio strategies, asset allocation, and investment solutions.
• Research and evaluate investment products, mutual funds, and money managers.
• Translate complex market concepts into practical guidance for advisors.
• Create and deliver engaging training programs for advisors.
• Collaborate with Wealth Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Compliance teams.
• Build relationships with leading investment providers and external partners.
• Stay ahead of market trends and provide insights to advisors and field leaders.
• Support sales strategies, educational resources, and advisor tools.
• Contribute to growth and evolution of Farm Bureau Wealth Management.

Skills

Investment products

Portfolio construction

Financial planning

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)

CFP® or CFA® or ChFC® or CLU® (preferred)

Job description

**This position will be filled at the appropriate level based on experience of the candidate.**

Help shape the future of wealth management at Farm Bureau Financial Services. In this strategic consulting role, you'll serve as a trusted resource to advisors and representatives, providing advanced guidance on investment products, portfolio construction, financial planning concepts, and practice management strategies. If you're passionate about investment research, advisor development, and delivering exceptional support that helps clients pursue their financial goals, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Who We Are:

At Farm Bureau Financial Services, we're more than an insurance company - we're a team committed to serving our client/members and supporting one another. For more than 85 years, we've helped protect the families, homes, vehicles, farms and futures of the people who count on us. We're also committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow. Our culture is grounded in integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability, and we take pride in fostering an environment that is welcoming, collaborative and people-focused.

What You'll Do:

• Be the go-to wealth management resource for advisors, helping them grow their business and better serve clients.
• Guide advisors on portfolio strategies, asset allocation, and investment solutions that drive long-term success.
• Research and evaluate investment products, mutual funds, and money managers to help shape our preferred offerings.
• Turn complex market and investment concepts into practical guidance advisors can use with confidence.
• Create and deliver engaging training programs that elevate advisor knowledge and effectiveness.
• Partner with teams across Wealth Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Compliance to support business growth.
• Build strong relationships with leading investment providers and external partners.
• Stay ahead of market trends and bring fresh insights to advisors and field leaders.
• Help develop sales strategies, educational resources, and tools that strengthen advisor performance.
• Make a meaningful impact on the growth and evolution of Farm Bureau Wealth Management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and seven years of experience in wealth management, investments, mutual funds, or managed money programs.
• FINRA Series 7 and Series 65/66 licenses required.
• Current Life & Health Insurance License required.
• Advanced industry designation such as CFP®, CFA®, ChFC®, or CLU® preferred.
• Strong understanding of investment products, portfolio construction, advisory platforms, and financial planning strategies.
• Passion for coaching, educating, and helping advisors succeed.
• Skilled communicator who can simplify complex topics and connect with a variety of audiences.
• Relationship-builder with a collaborative mindset and strong business acumen.
• Self-driven, service-focused, and motivated by delivering exceptional advisor experiences.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

What We Offer You:

Farm Bureau...where your career can take root!

• enhanced 401(k) with company match
• low-cost health, dental and vision benefits
• life and disability insurance options
• paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time
• onsite wellness facilities with fitness classes and programs
• daycare centers
• cafeterias and more

Work Authorization/Sponsorship:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not able to sponsor OPT status.