Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Financial Advisor

First Command Financial Services

Job Description

Financial Advisor Jobs at First Command:

Shaping Positive Financial Behaviors since 1958

First Command Financial Advisors coach military families in their pursuit of financial security. Our reputation has been built on shaping positive financial behaviors through one-on-one coaching with military families. We embrace time-tested financial principles and a client-first philosophy. We inspire and motivate clients to take the first or next step on a path to financial security.

3 out of 4 of our Financial Advisors are veterans or military spouses.

Many of our 165+ offices nationwide are located near military installations.

If you're exploring what's next in your career, First Command offers a path to become a Financial Advisor where leadership, entrepreneurship, and professional growth come together. Your experience matters - and here, it's a foundation for building a meaningful, long-term career.

What you'll do:
  • As the personal coach to our Nation's military families, you will focus on financial plans that are constantly evolving to pursue short-term and long-term financial goals.
  • You will provide guidance to military families on managing day-to-day finances, building lifetime assets, and protecting against the unexpected.
  • You will engage with the community to bring new clients to First Command, with the support of your local district team and Home Office.
  • You will connect directly with the military community by partnering with local military organizations, military units, and other supporting institutions.
  • You will coach military families on how to build a comprehensive financial plan that includes:
  • Savings/banking
  • Investments/wealth management
  • Insurance/risk management
Training and licensing support:
  • First Command offers a comprehensive training and licensing program designed for veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses to start and grow a successful Financial Advisor career.
  • Sponsorship: First Command sponsors your pursuit of full registration and licensing as a Financial Advisor using our tools and resources to guide you through the process.
  • Licensing: You'll receive structured training and test preparation to help you obtain the necessary securities and Life & Health licenses-no prior licensing is required.
  • Role Progression: Upon completing licensing, you'll have the opportunity to transition into a paid training role, partnering with a local district office and accelerating your professional development.
  • Compensation: As you begin this career, your First Command Financial Advisor compensation will consist of an hourly wage for 3 months and then transition into a salaried position that offers progressive incentives during for the remainder of the nine-month paid training period.
Becoming an Advisor:
  • Successful completion of the paid trainee program opens the door to becoming an independent contractor Financial Advisor with First Command, allowing you to run your own practice while earning income based on the value you deliver and the results you achieve.
  • Compensation: There is no cap on your earning potential: Your compensation reflects your effort and is based on competitive commissions, residual income, bonuses, and deferred compensation.
  • Professional Development: We offer professional development: including progressive leadership programs through classroom training and annual workshops to help prepare you for future leadership opportunities.
  • Independence: Set your own schedule to manage work-life balance.
  • Flexibility: Mobile career opportunities throughout the United States which allow your career to move with you.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Military experience or affiliation
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Proven leadership skills
Learn more about First Command:

First Command has been helping military families pursue their goals and dreams through Financial coaching and guidance since 1958. To learn more about us, visit Financial Services Careers | First Command.

©2026 First Command Financial Services, Inc. is the parent company of First Command Brokerage Services, Inc. (Member SIPC , FINRA ), First Command Advisory Services, Inc., First Command Insurance Services, Inc.

First Command does not discriminate in the recruiting of Financial Advisors on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, age or veteran status. No information solicited by First Command from you is intended to be used in a discriminatory manner. All information provided by you will be reviewed carefully, but the receipt of an Advisor application or other information does not imply that you will be offered the opportunity to enter into a Financial Advisor/Agent Agreement with First Command.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Financial Advisor in Columbia, SC vacancy
  •  ...Financial Advisor Job Post Information* : External Company Name Grow Financial Federal Credit Union Job Locations US-SC-Columbia Job ID 2025-2525 # of Openings 1 Posted Date 8 months ago(9/4/2025 12:19 PM) Category... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Local area
    Remote work

    Grow Financial

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  • $61k - $119k

     ...Financial Advisor Opportunity At Northwestern Mutual Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path to becoming a financial... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Work at office

    Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company

    Columbia, SC
    1 day ago
  • $50k - $110k

     ...Financial Advisor Financial Advisor – Grow Financial Federal Credit Union Your career path should lead to real opportunity LPL Financial partners with credit unions to offer a complete menu of financial services to credit union clients. This employment opportunity... 
    Suggested
    Local area

    LPL Financial

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  •  ...mission. Coach those who serve. At First Command, we've been guiding military families toward financial security since 1958. We're looking for seasoned financial advisors who are ready to elevate their impact. This independent contractor role offers the opportunity... 
    Suggested
    For contractors
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    First Command Financial Services

    Columbia, SC
    5 hours ago
  • $30k

     ...Your career path should lead to real opportunity LPL Financial partners with banks to offer a complete menu of financial services...  ...Program at Queensborough National Bank & Trust as a Financial Advisor associated with LPL Financial. Under this model Financial Advisors... 
    Suggested
    Local area

    LPL Financial Holdings, Inc.

    Columbia, SC
    5 hours ago
  •  ...Financial Advisor – Palmetto Citizens FCU LPL Financial partners with TruStage to offer a complete menu of financial services to credit union clients. This employment opportunity at TruStage located at Palmetto Citizens FCU in Columbia, SC would allow you to join Palmetto... 
    Local area

    LPL Financial

    Columbia, SC
    1 day ago
  •  ...Financial Solutions Advisor - Columbia Metro Columbia, South Carolina;Columbia, South Carolina To proceed with your application, you must be at least 18 years of age. Acknowledge ( Bank of America employees are required to meet all posting eligibility requirements... 
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work
    Day shift

    Bank of America

    Columbia, SC
    2 days ago
  •  ...is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Lead Financial Aid Advisor Department: SOMC Student Affairs Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time About UofSC From the... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    State of South Carolina

    Columbia, SC
    2 days ago
  •  ...Lead Financial Aid Advisor The Lead Financial Aid Advisor provides strategic leadership and vision for all aspects of student financial assistance in support of the medical school's educational mission, student success, and institutional priorities. Reporting to administrative... 
    Work at office

    GovernmentJobs.com

    Columbia, SC
    4 hours ago
  •  ...retail bankers. May handle large book of clients with more complex financial profiles. Accountable for sales of full range of securities...  ...assigned territory. #LI-GO1 Investment Executive (Financial Advisor), Columbia, SC Expansion Market At Fifth Third, we... 

    Fifth Third Bank, N.A.

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  •  ...treat people with respect and empathy, and we strive to embrace change and search for new opportunities. About the Role: The Financial Counselor functions as the financial liaison for patients. Their role is to aid patients in obtaining and maintaining any... 
    Immediate start
    Work from home
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    Palmetto Infusion

    Columbia, SC
    2 days ago
  • $1,000 per month

     ...Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative Internship College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern...  ...to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation. Qualifications Are you a fit for this... 
    Full time
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Internship
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Northwestern Mutual

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  • $26 - $29 per hour

     ...Financial Project Associate Exempt Embark on a dynamic career with Premier Group Services, Inc., a leading CPA Management and Consulting firm dedicated to empowering businesses, from small enterprises to large corporations, with comprehensive financial solutions. Our... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office

    ABBTECH Professional Resources

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  • $67.5k - $96.3k

     ...What Finance Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Finance oversees the accounting, tax, financial plans and policies of the organization, establishes and maintains fiscal controls, prepares and interprets financial reports, oversees financial systems and safeguards... 
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    Cardinal Health

    Columbia, SC
    5 hours ago
  •  ...within a traditional bank branch model. Consults with consumer and small business customers to identify, understand, and prioritize financial needs and to deepen relationships. Refers customers to internal and external partners for additional opportunities. Serves as the... 
    Work at office

    Synovus

    Columbia, SC
    2 days ago
  •  ...customer needs as well as cross-selling and up-selling opportunities. Expands and retains customer relationships and contributes to the financial growth of the branch. Serves as the first line of defense in preventing fraud and mitigating risk. Demonstrates passion for... 
    Work at office
    Night shift

    Synovus

    Columbia, SC
    4 hours ago
  •  ...Systems Analyst – Consultant (PeopleSoft Financials & HR) Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid – 1 day onsite/week) Duration: 12 Months (High possibility of extension) Interview Process: 1 Round – Phone Work Hours: 35 hours/week Work Environment & Requirements Hybrid... 
    Relocation
    1 day per week

    InterSources

    Columbia, SC
    22 hours ago
  • $58.44k

     ...event or to cover an existing assignment for counselors who are absent. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal financial counseling services to military service members and their families at military installations. Services include education and... 
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Work at office

    Magellan Health

    Columbia, SC
    3 hours ago
  • $70k - $100k

     ...Financial Planner Our well-established and growing financial planning firm is seeking to add a Financial Planner to our team!...  ...us to steadily increase our client base and attract additional advisors. We are a fast-paced, mission-driven company with a collaborative... 

    Chelsea Senior Living

    Columbia, SC
    4 days ago
  • $130k - $160k

     ...Consultant/Project Director Work directly with privately held, owner-led businesses to materially improve operational performance, financial controls, and long-term profitability. What sets Cogent Analytics apart is also the defining expectation of this role: we are a... 
    Full time
    For contractors

    Cogent Talent Solutions

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  • $108.63k - $127.8k

     ...ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system. To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission... 
    Local area

    Coinbase

    Columbia, SC
    5 hours ago
  •  ...affords personal and professional growth opportunities. Learn more at Overview of Job Function: Job Summary: Integral part of the Financial Planning and Analysis team. Responsibilities include financial planning and analysis on a corporate level; budgeting, forecasting,... 
    Local area
    Shift work

    Verint Systems

    Columbia, SC
    4 days ago
  • $1,000 per month

     ...Overview College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual are provided guidance, connection, and a framework...  ...to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation. #LI-Onsite Qualifications Are you... 
    Full time
    Internship
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Northwestern Mutual

    Columbia, SC
    22 hours ago
  •  ...experience both in person and on the phone through the development and expansion of new and existing client relationships. Provides financial solutions that meet client needs based on consultative conversations and referrals to other business partners for additional... 
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Night shift
    Weekend work

    SunTrust Investment Services, Inc.

    West Columbia, SC
    1 day ago
  •  ...Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Financial Aid Coordinator CounselorDepartment:EM Financial Aid and Scholarships Advertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time:Full Time About... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    State of South Carolina

    Columbia, SC
    3 hours ago
  • $45.13k

     ...Summary Logo Posting Number STA00354PO26 Job Family Student Administrative Services Job Function Financial Aid USC Market Title Financial Aid Coordinator Link to USC Market Title Job Level P2 -... 
    Full time
    Part time
    Work at office
    Local area
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    The University of South Carolina

    Columbia, SC
    2 hours ago
  •  ...Why Wells Fargo: Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader - we're a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful... 
    Work experience placement
    Flexible hours

    Wells Fargo

    Cayce, SC
    3 days ago
  • $40 per hour

    A cybersecurity company is seeking experienced professionals to evaluate AI-generated security content and provide valuable insights. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in cybersecurity and preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree and...
    Hourly pay
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    DataAnnotation

    Columbia, SC
    3 days ago
  •  ...demonstrate skills necessary to successfully perform a role within the Retail Personal Banker job family. The Personal Banker I is a Financial Center position focused on using the consultative sales process to proactively identify and meet the financial needs of customers... 
    Work experience placement
    Work at office

    Fifth Third Bank, N.A.

    Columbia, SC
    2 hours ago
  •  ...demonstrate skills necessary to successfully perform a role within the Retail Personal Banker job family. The Personal Banker I is a Financial Center position focused on using the consultative sales process to proactively identify and meet the financial needs of customers... 
    Work experience placement
    Work at office

    Fifth Third Bancorp

    Columbia, SC
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Financial Advisor. Be the first to apply!