Director, Financial Planning (New York)

As a Senior Financial Advisor, you will provide objective, fee‑based advice and asset management, with an aim to help our clients build a better financial future. We are a fiduciary and neither the firm nor our advisors seek or accept financial incentives, commissions or third‑party compensation for any of the investments or recommendations we offer our clients. In addition, you will engage in NO marketing activities. Your role will be to serve the client's best interests, providing outstanding financial advice to those who request it. You'll receive continuing advisor education on topics vital to our clients. You'll have a dedicated team of Client Service Managers and innovative retirement planning tools and software, to help you deliver the right advice to your clients.

We are looking for an experienced Financial Advisor with a consistent track record of effectively serving clients and of running a growing practice ultimately helping our clients achieve their financial goals. If you can effectively evaluate client situations, analyze their needs, develop and present a compelling set of recommendations, and establish effective relationships, this may be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Serve the client's best interests, providing outstanding financial advice guidance
• Effectively evaluate client situations and analyze their needs
• Develop and present a compelling set of recommendations
• Adept at building positive relationships with clients
• Skilled at influencing clients to improve their financial well‑being

Requirements

• Direct client‑facing experience in a fee‑based wealth management or planning role
• Results‑driven approach with a consistent track record to form relationships
• Desire for a role with base salary, performance‑based compensation and growing earnings potential
• Must possess an active Series 65
• Must possess an active Health and Life Insurance license or will be required to obtain it within the first three months of employment
• A Clean U‑4
• A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or other certification is desired but not required

Edelman Financial Engines takes a market‑based approach to pay. The anticipated total target cash range for this role is $125,000 – $350,000, comprised of base salary and bonus. Your bonus potential is directly linked to your performance and success in growing sales and client relationships. However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including responsibilities, job‑related skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans, and 401(k) contributions.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific benefits eligible for this role during the hiring process.

Edelman Financial Engines encourages success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy; marital, domestic partner or civil union status; national origin, citizenship, ancestry, ethnic heritage, genetic information, age, legally recognized disability, military service or veteran status.

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