Associate Wealth Advisor

Position Summary Focus Partners Wealth is seeking an Associate Wealth Advisor to join our team! The Associate Wealth Advisor role is an exciting opportunity to work with a planning‑centric team dedicated to creating personalized wealth advice based on each of our unique clients' goals and aspirations. The position involves partnering closely with Wealth Advisors to maintain and enhance client relationships through active participation in the financial planning process. Responsibilities include creating and implementing strategies in retirement, risk management, tax, estate, and investment planning. Focus provides a hybrid schedule: 3 days in office per week and 2 days remote or as assigned by the team leader. Primary Responsibilities Develop, revise, and present financial plans through planning software. Apply knowledge of tax, estate, and insurance planning. Master Focus Partners Wealth’s investment philosophy. Create holistic investment strategy for each client, monitoring risk tolerance over time. Understand fundamentals of trading and partner with the Portfolio Management team to approve and execute portfolios, trade recommendations, tax loss harvesting, etc. Master the technology stack, including CRM system and custodian websites. Collaborate with other Associate Wealth Advisors. Independently lead client communications and interactions. Diligently record client communication and information in the client relationship management platform. Serve as the day‑to‑day contact for client needs and collaborate with team members to ensure high‑level client service. Complete client billing reviews and ensure compliance for the advisory team. Engage in advisory team business planning efforts and actively support the firm’s strategic priorities. Meet with clients in person; some travel may be required. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. Series 65 or equivalent within 120 days of employment. 2+ years of financial services experience. Strong interpersonal skills; team‑orientated approach. Knowledge of financial industry, products, and planning concepts. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Clean U4. Compensation and Benefits The Associate Wealth Advisor is an exempt position. The annualized base pay range is expected to be between $60,000 and $125,000 per year. Actual base pay may vary based on factors such as experience, subject‑matter expertise, geographic location, and the applicant’s skill set. Base pay is one component of the total compensation package; other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Note that the job title may change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education. About Focus Partners Wealth Focus Partners Wealth is an organization of wealth, asset, and business management resources that brings strength, innovation, and partnership to client relationships. Through a comprehensive range of services, the firm supports clients at every stage of life, helping them manage their financial future. With over $180 billion in regulatory assets under management, Focus Partners Wealth creates client‑centric portfolios and delivers personalized wealth planning solutions across all 50 states. Equal Opportunity Employer Focus is an equal‑opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions solely on the employee or candidate’s skills, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and/or federal law. Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other employment benefits, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. State‑Specific Employment Statements For Indiana Applicants: It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. For Maryland Applicants: Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment or continued employment, that any individual submit to or take a polygraph or similar test. 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If you willfully provide false information about your ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, you may be barred from filing a claim under the provisions of the Workers’ Compensation Act of the State of Rhode Island if the false information is directly related to the personal injury that is the basis for the new claim for compensation. The Company complies fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Focus Partners