Financial Advisor

Financial Advisor

Company: Simon Quick Advisors Position: Financial Advisor Location: Morristown, NJ Compensation: Base starting at $200,000

Simon Quick Advisors is an independent, employee-owned RIA that offers holistic financial planning solutions for affluent families, business owners and executives. We offer sophisticated strategies built around individual needs, preferences, risk tolerances, objectives, and tax considerations. Our purpose is to give our clients and our team the freedom to pursue what matters. We give our clients the peace of mind in knowing that they have a trusted partner in Simon Quick. This allows them to focus more of their attention on their careers, relationships, and hobbies. Similarly, we exist to serve our employees. We seek to provide our team with fulfilling careers, significant growth opportunities, and a best-in-class employee experience, ultimately giving them the same sense of freedom.

Mission of the Position

The Client Advisor serves as a primary relationship manager, taking full ownership of client engagement and delivering comprehensive, high-quality financial planning. This role is critical in designing and executing strategic wealth management solutions that align with each client's unique goals, integrating investment management, tax efficiency, and estate planning. The Client Advisor collaborates closely with internal teams to ensure seamless service and uphold the firm's values of integrity, transparency, and client-centered excellence. This position is expected to expand into people management responsibilities, contributing to the development of team members and the firm's long-term growth.

Top Accountabilities

• Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, developing deep, trusted relationships and proactively addressing their financial needs. Ensure consistent communication and high-touch service to foster long-term engagement.
• Financial Planning & Strategy: Develop and implement comprehensive financial plans that align with clients' long-term goals, considering tax strategies, estate planning, and risk management. Provide informed investment advice tailored to individual client profiles.
• Investment Oversight: Construct, review, and continuously monitor Investment Policy Statements to ensure alignment with client objectives. Analyze portfolio performance, asset allocation, and risk exposure, making adjustments as necessary.
• Organic Growth: Identify and pursue organic growth opportunities by deepening existing client relationships, uncovering unmet needs, and generating referrals through exceptional service and strategic engagement.
• People Management: Serve as a player-coach by managing a team of junior advisors or support staff, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and professional development while continuing to lead client relationships and deliver exceptional advisory services.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal teams, including investment analysts, client service professionals, and operations, to execute client strategies seamlessly.
• Organize and lead client meetings and phone conferences.
• Develop relationships with COIs to triangulate the team and better serve the client.
• Monitor client liquidity needs and daily account activity reports.
• Interact with third-party service providers (custodians, reporting providers, other advisors).
• Oversee documentation processes for account opening, investments, money movement, and account maintenance.
• Ensure all financial planning and investment activities comply with regulatory requirements and firm policies.
• Maintain client confidentiality and assist in identifying potentially fraudulent activity.

Key Criteria/Requirements

• 15+ years of relevant experience.
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Experience with eMoney Advisor, Orion, and Salesforce.
• Experience working with Fidelity and Schwab.

Key Competencies

• Client-Centric Mindset: Ability to maintain and strengthen client relationships.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Proficiency in investment management and financial strategy.
• Team Collaboration: Experience working closely with internal teams to deliver client solutions.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess financial scenarios and develop strategic solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in investment monitoring and financial planning.
• Time Management: Effectively prioritizing multiple responsibilities.
• Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with financial software and Microsoft Office.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of compliance and client confidentiality standards.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Growth Oriented: Proactive engagement with clients, COIs and prospects.

Physical Requirements (if applicable)

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Simon Quick Advisors, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.