Associate Financial Planner

Associate Financial PlannerWealth Enhancement is an independent wealth management firm with an endless passion for enriching the lives of our clients. We continually seek to perfect our craft of personalized financial planning with our team-based Roundtable and UniFi processes that go far beyond the standard approach. We proudly provide unique financial plans and investment management services to over 90,000 households from our over 175 offices - and growing - nationwide.Since 1997, Wealth Enhancement has tirelessly raised the standard of wealth management with specialized knowledge and more attentive service that helps every client craft their future. For more information, please visit have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Financial Planner! This role provides centralized support to Financial Advisors and their clients by developing comprehensive financial plans and analyses, helping guide clients toward their long-term goals within a collaborative team environment.This is a hybrid position.In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000, exclusive of bonuses and benefits. We encourage you to apply and provide us with your compensation expectations when you do. We're big on open conversations, so, let's have one.Primary Job FunctionsFinancial DocumentationOrganize clients' financial documentation into the appropriate planning foldersMaintain the integrity of original client documentsPlan Creation and DeliveryDevelop Profile and Strategy plans for clientsProvide summaries of client personal information, financial position, asset allocation, and analyze investmentsCoordinate requests with Investment and Insurance departments as neededGather supporting documentation from clients when necessaryDiscuss findings and coordinate recommendations with Financial AdvisorsReview and summarize clients' employer benefit plans, income tax returns, Social Security benefits, pension benefits, insurances, beneficiary information, and estate plansReview and summarize wills, power of attorney, and other legal documentsCreate reports and analyses using Morningstar and BRT (Kettley)Incorporate analyses and recommendations into financial plansGather and verify insurance product illustrations for inclusion in the planEnsure suitability and quality of plans prior to client meetingsSubmit Roundtable cases for feedback and finalize plans for deliveryRecord notes in CRM and planning files regarding client communications and planning actionsClient ReviewsSchedule client reviews and prepare review documentationMaintain accurate account, beneficiary information, and required minimum distribution (RMD) trackingProvide recommendations on investment objectivesSubmit completed reviews to Financial Advisors or Associate Financial Advisors for final approvalPerform post-review tasks, update account information, follow up on paperwork, and document activities in CRMAdvisor SupportProvide Financial Advisors with technical planning and research supportIndustry, Product, and Company KnowledgeAttend and contribute to WEG monthly trainings, team meetings, and Financial Advisor meetingsRespond to questions and contribute to team problem-solving effortsEngage in ongoing learning and professional developmentProjectsSupport special projects as assignedAll other duties as assigned.Education/QualificationsBachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Minimum of 1 year in financial servicesFor hybrid offices: FINRA Series 7 & 66 (or 63 and 65) requiredInsurance licenses preferredFor RIA-only offices: Series 65 or one advanced designation (CFA, CFP, ChFC, CIC, or PFS) requiredBasic competency in all areas of financial planningWorking knowledge of the investment platform and financial planning softwareProofreading and analytical skillsAbility to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlinesHigh ethical standardsAble to work effectively with all levels of employeesSuperior verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareFamiliarity with Salesforce and Support Org functionalityExperience with Workday preferredWEG hires employees and makes decisions about their salary qualifications based on factors such as the role to be performed; educational and professional experience, qualifications, skills and credentials; tenure, cost-of-living and demand for the role in the applicable market. To comply with state, pay transparency laws, we must disclose the entire salary grade. The entire salary grade for those who are classified as this level is $51,450.00 -$ 84,000.00. However, the base salary range bolded above ($70,000.00 to $80,000.00) is what we expect to pay as a starting range for this position.Comprehensive Benefits OfferingsOur benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. You may be eligible to participate in the following benefits & development opportunities:Training and professional developmentMedical, dental and vision coverage (Available to full-time employees and their families)Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical, dependent, and transit expensesLife and AD&D insurance – employer paid and voluntary optionsShort-term and long-term disability, workers compensation – employer paid401k with match and profit sharingWellness programs and resourcesVoluntary benefits, including pet insurance18 days of paid time off (PTO), accrued annually (25 PTO days after 4 years of service)12 paid holidays each year (10 pre-determined and 2 floating days)Paid parental leave and paid caregiver leave (Caregiver leave available after 6 months of tenure)Reimbursement for tuition, licensing, and other credentials (Available after meeting service requirements)Should you need reasonable accommodation when completing the application form or during the selection process, contact the Human Resources Department at 763-417-1700Information provided on this application will be kept confidential and only be shared with those involved in the selection process. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. This organization participates in E-Verify.Click the following link to view Federal and E-Verify posters: LinkOSHA Requirements: This position requires the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, file documents in high or low cabinets, to use the telephone and to use the computer systems.Wealth Enhancement may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All AI-supported evaluations are reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure accuracy and fairness. We are committed to equal opportunity in employment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Your personal information is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws.