Senior/Financial Advisor (Pasadena)

Senior Financial AdvisorSummitry is a Bay Area-based wealth management firm with over $4B in assets under management, 40+ employees, and more than 1,000 clients. We provide personalized financial planning and investment strategies rooted in deep local insight, including a growing presence in Southern California. As a flagship firm of Aspen Standard Wealth, Summitry is part of a broader mission to elevate independent advisory firms across the country. Join an innovative and collaborative team dedicated to becoming the most admirable advisory firm, helping families thrive amid the unique opportunities and challenges of life in the Bay Area or right here in Pasadena.Position DescriptionReports to: Emily Hazelroth, Senior Advisor Manager & Advisor ManagerBenefits: YesStatus: Full Time/ExemptDate: ImmediateWork environment: Hybrid (3 in-office days per week, after the first 60 days)Job SummaryThe Senior Financial Advisor (SFA) and Financial Advisor (FA) serve as the primary relationship owners for high-net-worth clients, building, updating, and delivering comprehensive financial planning and investment guidance. S/FAs lead client meetings, develop planning strategies, and coordinate with portfolio management, tax professionals, and estate attorneys to deliver integrated advice.Advisors maintain a focused client base (typically fewer than 100 households) and manage an established book of client relationships while contributing to organic growth through client referrals, COI relationships, and partnerships with the firm's Business Development team.Duties and ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary advisor and trusted partner to high-net-worth client families (typically $1-5M+ in AUM)Build and update financial plans for independent clients and in support of the Regional Director in PasadenaDeliver comprehensive financial planning across investments, tax, equity compensation, estate planning, and retirement strategiesLead client meetings and oversee preparation and follow-upCollaborate with the Portfolio Management team to implement investment strategies aligned with client goalsDrive organic growth through client referrals, COI relationships, and partnerships with the Business Development teamClient ProfileTypical Summitry clients include:Business OwnersMulti-Generational FamiliesTechnology professionals and executivesFounders and entrepreneursHouseholds with complex equity compensationClients navigating liquidity events, concentrated stock, and multi-generational planningQualificationsA minimum of 5-8 years within the financial services industry with relationship management and business development experienceCFP Certified or 7 years of advisory services in a lead-advisor role, with comprehensive financial planning and business development experience and must pass the CFP within 2 years of hireExperience serving high-net-worth clients and delivering comprehensive financial planningStrong relationship management and communication skillsAbility to develop new client relationships and partner with COIsExperience with financial planning software (preferably eMoney) and CRMCompensationTotal compensation includes base, bonus, and incentive comp:Base salary: $115-150K (FA) and $150-225K (SFA)Performance-based bonus (on-target at 20% of base, with additional upside for exceeding metrics, up to 30% of base salary)Incentives tied to new assets, referrals, and business development participation (unlimited upside)Health & Financial BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coverage (100% medical coverage for employees / 50% coverage for dependents)Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account401(K) retirement plan and contributionsComprehensive financial planning services for employees and their familiesFertility and family-building benefitsProfessional DevelopmentFirm sponsorship for certifications, designations, and continuing education (CFP®, CFA®, etc.)Professional development and ongoing advisor trainingCulture & Lifestyle PerksPaid sabbatical program for long-tenured employeesAnnual company retreat where employees are invited to bring their familiesFirm-sponsored volunteer events, paid volunteer time, and charitable matchingHybrid work environment (50% in-office per month)For more details: Culture and ValuesCARE – we care for each other, our clients, and our communityGROW – we have an intrinsic desire to grow ourselves and our firmDRIVE – we are fiercely driven to achieve our goals and those of our clientsSummitry welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and is an equal opportunity employer.