Financial Advisor

Boutique Recruiting

$70K — $100K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Series 65, Series 66, or equivalent license required
  • Minimum of five years in financial advisory or investment sales experience
  • Demonstrated success in prospecting and business growth
  • Solid understanding of securities regulations and fiduciary duties
  • Strong client relationship management skills
  • Exceptional sales and communication abilities
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with proven self-management capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a retiring advisor for a smooth client transition
  • Manage relationships with a diverse client portfolio, averaging $500,000 each
  • Evaluate clients' financial goals to propose tailored investment solutions
  • Educate clients on traditional and alternative investment options
  • Prospect for new business opportunities through various channels
  • Attend local marketing events, enhancing firm visibility
  • Work with internal teams to ensure effective onboarding and client service

Benefits

  • Medical insurance with 60% premium coverage after 30 days
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with 6% employer match and no waiting period
  • Three weeks of flexible vacation time
  • Standard holidays aligned with the NYSE calendar
  • Opportunities for equity participation
  • Reimbursement for client meals and firm-paid compliance costs
  • Dedicated operational support for advisors
  • Investment from leadership in marketing and advisor development
  • Mentorship from a dynamic leadership team
  • Potential for long-term career advancement in a growing firm
Full Job Description
Position Title: Financial Advisor

Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 / DOE

Step into an established book of business with the resources, autonomy, and earning potential to build something bigger. This Financial Advisor will initially partner with a retiring advisor before assuming responsibility for approximately $76 million in assets under management. The role combines relationship management, fiduciary investment guidance and business development, with a clear mandate to retain existing clients, generate referrals, attract new assets and expand the practice. The ideal candidate is a proven producer who thrives in a growth-focused environment. They are self-directed, entrepreneurial, and comfortable prospecting, presenting investment strategies, and introducing clients to both traditional and alternative investment opportunities.

Financial Advisor Responsibilities:
  • Partner with the retiring advisor to ensure a smooth transition of client relationships before assuming responsibility for the established book of business
  • Manage relationships with both accredited and non-accredited investors, with an average client portfolio of approximately $500,000
  • Assess each client's goals, risk tolerance and financial needs to recommend tailored investment solutions
  • Deliver clear, compliant education on traditional investments, managed money and alternative investment opportunities
  • Introduce appropriate clients to the firm's proprietary alternative investment fund as part of a comprehensive portfolio strategy
  • Actively prospect for new business through referrals, networking, local seminars and strategic business development
  • Attend approximately 10 local marketing events annually alongside firm leadership
  • Develop referral relationships and convert qualified prospects into long-term clients
  • Retain existing assets while identifying opportunities to transition suitable accounts toward fee-based managed money
  • Meet or exceed asset growth, production and revenue goals while maintaining fiduciary and regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with operations and client service professionals to support onboarding, paperwork, account execution, scheduling and ongoing service
  • Maintain accurate client records and follow all securities regulations, internal procedures and compliance requirements
  • Take full ownership of priorities, follow-up, and results within a small, highly accountable office environment

Financial Advisor Requirements:
  • Active Series 65, Series 66, or equivalent license
  • At least five years of experience as a Financial Advisor or in advisory or investment sales within an RIA or broker-dealer environment
  • Proven record of prospecting, winning new business and growing client assets
  • Strong knowledge of securities regulations, fiduciary responsibilities and compliance requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to attract, develop and retain client relationships
  • Strong sales, presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the discipline to work independently and take ownership of results
  • Genuine enthusiasm for meeting people, earning referrals and building a larger book of business
  • Comfort discussing alternative investments and evaluating strategies beyond traditional portfolio models
  • Coachable, adaptable, and receptive to new ideas, mentorship, and performance feedback
  • Ability to work onsite during the initial training and client-transition period
  • No sponsorship or relocation assistance available

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Active life and health insurance license
  • Experience with Schwab, MoneyGuidePro, or comparable wealth management platforms
  • Experience working with both managed money and alternative investments

Benefits:
  • Medical insurance with 60% of the premium covered after a 30-day waiting period
  • Dental and vision plans
  • 401(k) with a 6% employer match and no waiting period
  • Three weeks of vacation with a flexible, adult approach to time off
  • Standard holidays aligned with the New York Stock Exchange calendar
  • Opportunities for equity participation
  • Firm-paid compliance expenses and licensing costs
  • Reimbursement for approved client lunches
  • Dedicated operational and client service support
  • Leadership investment in marketing, local events, and advisor growth
  • Direct mentorship from a growth-oriented leadership team
  • Long-term advancement opportunities within a stable and expanding firm

If you are a driven Financial Advisor ready to inherit meaningful client relationships and turn an established practice into a high-growth book of business, apply today!

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