Senior Financial Associate

Senior Financial Associate

The Clift Group, a rapidly expanding wealth management team specializing in tailored financial planning for high-net-worth families and high-touch investment consulting for corporate and Taft-Hartley retirement plans, seeks a dedicated Senior Financial Associate in Dallas, TX.

This role involves collaborating closely with retirement plan sponsors and participants to design, implement, and manage customized retirement solutions, including expert guidance on 401(k), Defined Benefit, Health & Welfare, and Non-Qualified plans.

Key responsibilities include delivering ongoing education, presenting at quarterly board meetings and participant sessions, conducting plan reviews with performance analysis and fee benchmarking, and ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess 7+ years of financial services experience, strong technical knowledge of retirement plan design and investments, and a proven track record in business development, particularly with institutional clients. Exceptional executive presence, the ability to lead special projects, and a commitment to outstanding client service are essential.

Frequent travel (up to 50%) is required for out-of-town client meetings, and candidates must reside in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

What will you do?

• Regularly gather new client accounts and build assets under management for FA Team.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of client portfolios. Research recommendations, select suitable investments based on client's investment objectives, tolerance for risk, financial capabilities and investment potential. Promptly execute approved transactions.
• Collect and analyze client's financial information to educate new and existing clients; this may include introducing additional products and services.
• Monitor and evaluate clients' investment needs and progress by reviewing transactions, monthly statements, market research and client contact.
• Promote business growth programs and services, develop detailed marketing plans for client acquisition and identify opportunities to improve sales effectiveness for FA Team.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• 5+ years industry experience
• Series 7, Series 66 (or 63/65) and State licenses consistent with those of the FA(s) this person supports
• Excellent understanding of the stock market, investments and retirement plans
• Working knowledge of fixed income products, equities, mutual funds, insurance and annuities
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures and ability to analyze client portfolios
• Advanced computer skills (including Microsoft Office)

Nice-to-have

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and able to independently manage multiple demands and competing priorities
• Detail orientated, strong analytical and organizational skills and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Bachelor's Degree
• CFP designation preferred

What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business