Junior Financial Advisor

Junior Financial Advisor

DBHW Wealth Partners is a leading investment management, financial, and tax planning firm dedicated to providing exceptional financial direction for those who dedicate their lives to educating and serving the public. Our mission is to provide supporting, trusting and ongoing relationships with our clients. We aim to offer knowledgeable advice through our experience. Acting as a guide for our clients, we strive to bring them through all the ups and downs of life. This mission is driven by the idea that our relationship with them is full circle, and we help them take advantage of their greatest opportunities and pursue their financial goals with confidence.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Financial Advisor to support our advisory team in delivering comprehensive financial planning and investment services. This role is designed for an early-career professional looking to build a long-term career in financial advising.

The Junior Advisor works under the supervision of Lead Advisors while developing technical expertise, client relationship skills, and industry credentials.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning Support
• Gather, organize, and analyze client financial information.
• Prepare retirement projections, cash flow analyses, insurance needs reviews, and education funding analyses.
• Assist in drafting financial planning recommendations.
• Maintain accurate client records in CRM and financial planning software.
• Identify planning gaps or risks and escalate to senior advisors.

• Client Meeting Preparation & Participation
• Prepare meeting materials and reports.
• Attend client meetings and document action items.
• Assist in presenting portions of financial plans.
• Draft follow-up communications and track implementation steps.

• Investment & Portfolio Support
• Assist in portfolio reviews and allocation analysis.
• Monitor investment performance and prepare reporting materials.
• Support rebalancing and implementation efforts (under supervision).
• Understand and communicate model portfolio strategies.

• Implementation & Service
• Coordinate account openings, transfers, beneficiary updates, and other service needs.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, compliance, and tax teams.
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and firm standards.

• Compliance & Risk Management
• Adhere to firm policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation standards.
• Stay informed on industry regulations and best practices.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Financial Planning, Economics, Accounting, Business, or related field required.

Licensing & Certifications (Industry Standard Expectations)

• Must have their Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Certification
• One of the following is required or must be obtained within 6–12 months of hire:
• Series 7 and Series 66
• Ability and willingness to obtain required licenses within defined timeframe.

Preferred Credentials

• CFP coursework completed or in progress strongly preferred.
• CFP certification (preferred but not required).
• Life & Health Insurance License (or willingness to obtain).

Experience

• 4 years of experience in financial planning required.

Technical Skills

• Financial planning software (eMoney, MoneyGuidePro, or similar).
• CRM systems (Redtail, Salesforce, Wealthbox, etc.).
• Understanding of:
• Asset allocation
• Retirement income planning
• Insurance planning
• Tax-aware investment concepts

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• High ethical standards and client-first mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Organizational discipline and time management.
• Desire to build long-term client relationships.
• Commitment to professional development.

What Success Looks Like

Within 12–24 months, the Junior Advisor will:

• Confidently prepare comprehensive financial plans.
• Participate actively in client meetings.
• Demonstrate regulatory and compliance competence.
• Build increasing ownership of client relationships.
• Progress toward CFP certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Licensing reimbursement support
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and continuing education support
• Clear career advancement pathway

DBHW Wealth Partners is an equal opportunity employer.