Business Consultant

Kestra Financial is a wealth management platform dedicated to empowering independent financial professionals—including traditional and hybrid RIAs—to grow their businesses and deliver exceptional client service. The Business Consulting team empowers advisor success by helping firms in five key areas: Strategy, Growth & Marketing, Financial Management, Human Capital, and Operational Efficiency. What You’ll Do 20% travel required. Must have the ability to assess businesses by analyzing and advising firms on all aspects of business/practice management, particularly in strategy/business planning, human capital, marketing, operational efficiency, and financial management. Conduct client meetings in advisors’ offices, home office on‑site meetings, recurring telephone meetings, and webinars. Develop and deliver content and programs that assist firms in driving organic growth, scale, and profitability. Work with and manage various third‑party relationships that support the team’s initiatives. Drive adoption of Kestra platforms and services that can assist Advisors’ businesses in achieving higher levels of efficiency, profitability, and growth. Responsible for managing client engagements in coordination with the engagement team, including project management, relationship management, business analytics, and client advice. Identify opportunities to drive referrals to Kestra departments. Provide succession planning and M&A support to Advisors and firms. Provide excellent follow‑up and efficient problem resolution. Escalate issues or interest in relation to Kestra departments such as Technology, Operations, Compliance, Marketing, Business Development, and Wealth Management. Share feedback from Advisors/staff with the Kestra Executive Committee and departments to improve deliverables and adoption of resources. Be an expert on the primary Kestra resources and services. Stay on top of industry trends in the Business Consulting area. Maintain the Kestra culture, minimize attrition, and deliver results, ensuring a positive client experience. Share industry ideas and best practices from other advisors with the Business Consulting Team, advisors, and staff. What You Bring 3-5 years of financial services, practice management, or business consulting experience. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicable FINRA licenses preferred (Series 7, 6, 65, 66, 63). Intellectual, analytical, and reasoning abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High level of professionalism and follow‑through. Ability to self‑direct and manage time and priorities. Well‑developed organizational and project management skills. Ability to see the big picture while maintaining attention to detail. Ability to work independently and be a team player. Benefits Competitive pay and benefits with a large employer (over 1600 employees nationwide). 401(k), health insurance, and a competitive benefits package. Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to professional excellence. Help clients navigate meaningful financial decisions with confidence. Opportunities for training, development, and long‑term growth within the firm. Tuition reimbursement for qualified expenses. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Kestra Financial to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kestra Financial prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr