Financial Advisor

We are an independently owned and operated fee-only financial advisory firm headquartered in White Plains NY. Founded in 1993 the founder has had the privilege of helping clients navigate the journey of retirement for more than 30 years. With approximately $100M in assets under management (AUM) and 65 active households he is looking for a Financial Advisor to expand the firms reach to the next generation and help deepen current client relationships. The founders mission is to deliver impactful retirement transition planning personalized financial advice and investment management services with thoughtful coordination of 401(k) and pension plans. We take pride in an investment philosophy that blends evidence-based equity strategies thoughtful fixed-income management and innovative annuity solutions to create lasting financial security. Our founder has developed a proprietary retirement income projection tool that brings it all together helping clients see and plan for their full retirement picture.

The Financial Advisor will play a pivotal role in ensuring the firms continued growth while supporting the founder and clients. This is the firms first advisory hire beyond the founder a rare opportunity to work closely with and learn directly from a well-seasoned advisor. Initially youll focus on understanding the whats and whys of our business our philosophies processes and unique approach to serving clients. From there youll transition into developing new assets under management through your own efforts by leveraging warm leads and untapped marketing channels. After which while continuing to pursue AUM growth you may advance to supervised management of a set of existing client relationships while also identifying and helping implement ideas to streamline and modernize current processes. Youll also provide supplemental advisory support to the founders clients helping to further deepen and expand those relationships. Your core responsibilities will be to cultivate organic AUM oversee discovery and onboarding processes prepare for and participate in client meetings and manage client expectations and deliverables. Youll assist with preparing financial plans developing investment recommendations and researching technical questions all while collaborating closely with the founder to deliver exceptional client outcomes. You pay great attention to detail and are an extraordinary communicator. You want to be a master of your craft and you are the type of person who is always looking to better yourself. The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm intellectual curiosity and a deep commitment to serving clients.

Immediate Responsibilities

• Expand the firms client base by cultivating new business opportunities through prospecting networking referrals and relationships with Centers of Influence
• Engage directly with clients and take accountability for client satisfaction and retention
• Retain and enhance client relationships through proactive communication and education
• Collaborate closely with the founder to deliver prompt thorough and premier client service
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of client/prospect interactions in the CRM system
• Assist with implementation of investment portfolios consistent with client objectives; help monitor and rebalance portfolios regularly to ensure continued alignment with financial goals and market conditions

Future Responsibilities

• Incorporate various insurance strategies and solutions into long-term financial and retirement income plans where appropriate
• Gather data from clients and analyze their current financial situation; strategic development of comprehensive financial plans that align with their goals recommend appropriate solutions and assist with plan implementation
• Prepare agendas for client meetings participate actively in discussions and ensure timely completion of post-meeting follow-up and deliverables
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of client interactions transactions and financial data in the CRM system
• Adhere to all applicable regulations and compliance standards; remain informed of regulatory changes and ensure all documentation and procedures meet industry requirements
• Act as a trusted advisor addressing client needs and identifying opportunities to improve their financial well-being

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferably in finance financial planning or a related field required
• CFP or CFA designation required
• 5 years of progressive client-facing experience in investment management wealth management or financial planning with demonstrated ability to develop and manage plans and client relationships at many levels
• Knowledge of industry-specific software required; familiarity with Fidelity and Act! (CRM) is a plus
• Tech-savvy and highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel Word and PowerPoint); strong ability to learn and leverage new tools and technology quickly
• A genuine interest in serving and caring for clients
• Excellent verbal written presentation listening and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent time management and strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and anticipate potential problems
• Can-do attitude enthusiastic and a strong aptitude for learning

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority