Focus Financial Partners
Associate Wealth Advisor
Focus Financial Partners, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
The
Associate Wealth Advisor
sitting in the
Southern California Region
serves as an integral part of the team.
West Coast residency is required for this position.
The ideal candidate is a great communicator, organized, enthusiastic, and has a self-starter attitude. It’s imperative that the person will support the vision, positive culture, and team spirit. They will focus on team and client success, client service, trade and project managing assignments. The Associate Wealth Advisor will need to have good time management skills and must be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment. This position also requires attention to detail, ability to work quickly and efficiently with given technology and the ability to multi-task. This role is based in San Francisco, California.
Primary Responsibilities
Build and maintain client relationships in partnership with the Senior Financial Advisors.
Attend meetings held by the Senior Financial Advisors with clients; conduct solo meetings with clients as appropriate.
Work with clients to ensure action items are thoroughly executed and documented.
Assist Senior Financial Advisors with data collection and input into financial planning software.
Assist clients with implementation of recommended and agreed-upon strategies.
Consolidate assets and drive revenue growth through proactive client engagement.
Understand client needs, investment objectives, and risk profiles to offer tailored solutions and investment strategies that meet their requirements.
Conduct client presentations and meetings that effectively communicate the value proposition of our investment strategies, financial planning programs, and our holistic wealth management services.
Schedule client reviews, manage account paperwork, and address miscellaneous service items as needed.
Collaborate with internal teams, including portfolio management, marketing, and operations, to ensure seamless client onboarding, effective communication, and alignment of client expectations.
Build review presentations and client proposals, leveraging market and investment product knowledge for systematic strategies.
Maintain client communication records in the relationship management platform, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
Respond promptly and professionally to incoming emails, calls, and meeting requests from clients and prospects.
Qualifications Experience & Education:
A bachelor’s degree and/or related work experience is preferred.
Demonstrated expertise and a consistent record of success in revenue growth through asset consolidations and new client development.
Ideally 2-5 years of experience in a financial services firm. Working knowledge of financial planning topics and strategies; basic understanding of industry rules and regulations is required
Experience working with various Custodian Platforms (Pershing, Fidelity, Schwab, etc.)
Experience with CRM, financial planning, and portfolio management software strongly preferred
Strong leadership experience demonstrated
Strong academic and professional background
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Strong attention to detail, poised, organized, and keen sense of urgency
Able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Strong Excel skills and experience with Microsoft Office products
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to understand complex issues
Series 65 license (required for role; pursuit to begin shortly after start date if not already held and is expected to be passed within three months)
Skills and Knowledge
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and listening)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite required
Proficiency in firm CRM preferred
Demonstrates personal integrity, honesty, and ability to deal with confidential information on a daily basis
Ability to deal with stress in an ever-changing investment market and financial services
Excellent time management and strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and anticipate potential problems
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $80,000-$92,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Focus is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. Focus provides access to best practices, greater resources, and continuity planning for its affiliated advisory firms, which serve individuals, families, employers, and institutions with comprehensive financial services. Focus firms and their clients benefit from the solutions, synergies, scale, economics, and best practices offered by Focus to achieve their business objectives. For more information about Focus, please visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com.
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Associate Wealth Advisor
sitting in the
Southern California Region
serves as an integral part of the team.
West Coast residency is required for this position.
The ideal candidate is a great communicator, organized, enthusiastic, and has a self-starter attitude. It’s imperative that the person will support the vision, positive culture, and team spirit. They will focus on team and client success, client service, trade and project managing assignments. The Associate Wealth Advisor will need to have good time management skills and must be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment. This position also requires attention to detail, ability to work quickly and efficiently with given technology and the ability to multi-task. This role is based in San Francisco, California.
Primary Responsibilities
Build and maintain client relationships in partnership with the Senior Financial Advisors.
Attend meetings held by the Senior Financial Advisors with clients; conduct solo meetings with clients as appropriate.
Work with clients to ensure action items are thoroughly executed and documented.
Assist Senior Financial Advisors with data collection and input into financial planning software.
Assist clients with implementation of recommended and agreed-upon strategies.
Consolidate assets and drive revenue growth through proactive client engagement.
Understand client needs, investment objectives, and risk profiles to offer tailored solutions and investment strategies that meet their requirements.
Conduct client presentations and meetings that effectively communicate the value proposition of our investment strategies, financial planning programs, and our holistic wealth management services.
Schedule client reviews, manage account paperwork, and address miscellaneous service items as needed.
Collaborate with internal teams, including portfolio management, marketing, and operations, to ensure seamless client onboarding, effective communication, and alignment of client expectations.
Build review presentations and client proposals, leveraging market and investment product knowledge for systematic strategies.
Maintain client communication records in the relationship management platform, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
Respond promptly and professionally to incoming emails, calls, and meeting requests from clients and prospects.
Qualifications Experience & Education:
A bachelor’s degree and/or related work experience is preferred.
Demonstrated expertise and a consistent record of success in revenue growth through asset consolidations and new client development.
Ideally 2-5 years of experience in a financial services firm. Working knowledge of financial planning topics and strategies; basic understanding of industry rules and regulations is required
Experience working with various Custodian Platforms (Pershing, Fidelity, Schwab, etc.)
Experience with CRM, financial planning, and portfolio management software strongly preferred
Strong leadership experience demonstrated
Strong academic and professional background
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Strong attention to detail, poised, organized, and keen sense of urgency
Able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Strong Excel skills and experience with Microsoft Office products
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to understand complex issues
Series 65 license (required for role; pursuit to begin shortly after start date if not already held and is expected to be passed within three months)
Skills and Knowledge
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and listening)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite required
Proficiency in firm CRM preferred
Demonstrates personal integrity, honesty, and ability to deal with confidential information on a daily basis
Ability to deal with stress in an ever-changing investment market and financial services
Excellent time management and strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and anticipate potential problems
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $80,000-$92,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Focus is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. Focus provides access to best practices, greater resources, and continuity planning for its affiliated advisory firms, which serve individuals, families, employers, and institutions with comprehensive financial services. Focus firms and their clients benefit from the solutions, synergies, scale, economics, and best practices offered by Focus to achieve their business objectives. For more information about Focus, please visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com.
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