Wealth Advisor

Wealth Advisor

A Wealth Advisor acts as a trusted fiduciary, delivering comprehensive financial planning and investment management solutions to high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals, families, and business owners. This role focuses on developing customized, long-term wealth strategiesspanning portfolio management, tax optimization, estate planning, and risk mitigationwhile actively identifying and onboarding new clients to grow the firm's Assets Under Management (AUM).

Key Responsibilities

• Client Relationship & Financial Advisory

  • Serve as the primary advisor for a portfolio of high-net-worth clients, conducting in-depth discovery to understand their financial goals, risk tolerance, and legacy objectives.

  • Develop and implement holistic wealth plans, including retirement projections, tax-efficient distribution strategies, cash flow analysis, and executive compensation planning.

  • Conduct structured quarterly and annual reviews to rebalance portfolios, adjust strategies for major life events, and update financial models.

• Portfolio & Investment Strategy

  • Construct tailored investment portfolios using asset allocation models across public equities, fixed income, private equity, alternative investments, and real estate.

  • Collaborate with internal research, investment committees, and portfolio managers to align strategy with macro trends and client preferences.

• Estate, Tax & Risk Coordination

  • Partner with clients' external professional network (CPAs, estate attorneys, insurance specialists) to construct tax-conscious estate plans and trust structures.

  • Identify risk exposures and recommend mitigation tactics, including life, disability, and long-term care insurance strategies.

• Business Development & AUM Growth

  • Execute targeted business development efforts to acquire new clients and expand existing relationships.

  • Build referral networks among Centers of Influence (COIs), such as estate attorneys, CPAs, and family offices.

  • Represent the firm at industry events, networking groups, and community functions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. Master's/MBA preferred.

• Experience: 58+ years of direct experience in wealth management, private banking, or financial planning managing a book of HNW clients.

• Certifications & Licenses:

  • FINRA: Series 7 and Series 66 (or Series 65) licenses required (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

  • Designations (Highly Preferred): Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA).

• Skills:

  • Deep knowledge of financial planning software (e.g., eMoney, RightCapital, MoneyGuidePro) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce Wealth Management).

  • Proven track record of client acquisition, AUM growth, and high client retention rates.

  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal relationship-building skills.