Associate Wealth Advisor

Focus Financial Partners

$80K — $90K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
  • Series 65 license (or equivalent) within 120 days
  • Minimum of 2 years in financial services
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Solid understanding of financial products and planning
  • Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Clean U4 record

Responsibilities

  • Develop and present financial plans using planning software
  • Apply knowledge of tax, estate, and insurance planning
  • Create and adjust holistic investment strategies for clients
  • Collaborate with Portfolio Management on trades and recommendations
  • Master technology tools including CRM and custodian websites
  • Lead client communications independently
  • Maintain accurate records of client interactions and information
  • Act as primary contact for client needs, ensuring top client service
  • Review client billing for compliance requirements
  • Participate in advisory team business planning and strategic initiatives
  • Engage with clients in person, with some travel required

Benefits

  • Annual cash bonus potential
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment
  • Direct involvement in developing and executing investment strategies
  • Access to advanced technology tools in the financial sector
Full Job Description
Position Summary

NorthCoast Asset Management is a data-driven investment firm specializing in dynamic, risk-managed equity and income strategies for high-net-worth investors and financial advisors. With more than two decades of applied research and market experience, the firm combines macroeconomic analysis, quantitative modeling, and disciplined risk controls to actively navigate evolving market environments. The firm is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut and operates as a part of the Focus Financial network.

This position requires a presence in the Stamford office five days a week.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Develop, revise, and present financial plans through planning software
  • Knowledge of tax, estate, and insurance planning
  • Create holistic investment strategy for each client, monitor risk tolerance over time as needed
  • Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of trading. Partner with the Portfolio Management team to approve and execute portfolios, trade recommendations, tax loss harvesting, etc.
  • Mastery of technology stack offered, including CRM system and custodian websites
  • Resource and collaboration with other Associate Wealth Advisors (AWAs)
  • Ability to independently lead client communications and interactions
  • Diligent recording of client communication and information within client relationship management platform
  • Service as the day-to-day contact for client needs and collaborate with team members to ensure the highest level of 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
  • The ability to 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 service experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills; team-orientated approach
  • Knowledge of financial industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Clean U4

The Associate Wealth Advisor is an exempt position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $80,000 - $90,000/year. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

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