The Financial Advisor - Existing Client Planning & Service provides comprehensive, fiduciary-driven financial planning and relationship management for an assigned portfolio of clients. This role focuses on service, planning, and operational execution for existing clients. The advisor ensures that client plans are maintained, implemented accurately, and aligned with RIA fiduciary standards. The role includes operational ownership of client accounts, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to client education. All activities are performed in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

About Leverage Planners LLC

At Leverage Planners, we abolish financial anxiety for Blue Jean Millionaires, providing them with lifelong financial security, freedom, and peace they deserve.

Description

About Leverage Planners

Leverage Planners is a boutique retirement wealth management firm headquartered in Bellevue, WA. We help clients achieve lifelong financial security, clarity, and peace of mind through structured, safety-first planning. Our team operates on defined processes, collaboration, and a consistent client experience-not individual advisor silos.

Role Overview

As an Existing Client Financial Advisor, you will:

• Serve as the primary planning advisor for assigned clients
• Lead annual and periodic review meetings using our structured planning framework
• Maintain and update client plans across income, portfolio, tax, healthcare, and estate planning areas
• Ensure recommendations are implemented accurately and on time, in coordination with internal team members and external partners
• Support junior team members, including mentoring Client Service Apprentices
• Independently manage account operations such as distributions, withdrawals, RMD processing, and beneficiary updates, under compliance guidance.

All client recommendations and actions are subject to RIA fiduciary standards and compliance review. Investment advice is provided only by appropriately licensed advisors.

Key Responsibilities
Client Planning & Relationship Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Lead annual and periodic review meetings using the firm's structured planning framework
• Maintain and update client plans across:
• Income and distribution strategies
• Portfolio and asset allocation planning
• Tax-aware planning
• Healthcare and long-term care planning
• Estate planning coordination

Client Risk Management & Insurance

• Identify insurance and income protection gaps
• Recommend life insurance, annuities, or long-term care solutions in compliance with licensing requirements
• Coordinate implementation with internal team and external partners

Account Operations & Service Execution

• Independently manage account operations, including:
• Distributions and withdrawals
• Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
• Beneficiary updates
• Service recovery and issue resolution
• Maintain accurate records and workflow discipline across custodial, planning, and CRM systems
• Conduct client review meetings independently or with a lead advisor

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Collaborate with Senior Advisors and Client Service team to ensure consistent plan execution
• Mentor and support junior staff, including Client Service Apprentices

Client Education & Communication

• Contribute to client education through presentations, written content, or videos, subject to compliance approval
• Participate in compliance-approved firm content, including client education materials or videos
• Maintain proactive, clear communication with clients

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Stay current on industry trends, RIA regulations, and fiduciary standards
• Ensure all actions, documentation, and recommendations comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Investment advice is provided only by appropriately licensed advisors

Required Experience & Competencies

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the following tools, workflows, and systems:

• Schwab Advisor Center: Daily and independent use
• Financial Products & Operational Knowledge: Buffered ETFs, structured notes, private credit, private equity, fixed indexed annuities, whole life insurance, long-term care strategies (operational and client service responsibilities only; investment advice provided by licensed advisors)
• Planning Software: eMoney for planning support and client-facing workflows; Holistiplan for tax-aware planning
• Data & Reporting: Excel and/or Google Sheets, including client tracking and internal reporting
• CRM Platforms: HubSpot, Salesforce, Redtail, Wealthbox, or similar
• RIA Experience: 2-5 years in an RIA, hybrid RIA, or comparable fiduciary environment

Qualifications

Required

• Prior experience in financial advisory or client-facing planning role
• Strong knowledge of comprehensive financial planning
• Series 65 (or equivalent) license
• Life & Health insurance license (WA)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional, approachable, and able to build trust with clients
• High attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to work within a collaborative, process-driven advisory model

Preferred

• CFP® or equivalent Retirement Specialist designation passed or in-progress
• Experience working with retirees or pre-retirees
• Familiarity with Insurance Industry
• Familiarity with RIA fiduciary environments
• Proficiency with financial planning software and CRM systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $75,000 - $100,000, depending on experience
• Total Cash Compensation: $90,000 - $125,000, including discretionary performance-based bonus
• The upper end reflects strong client ownership, proactive client engagement, independent execution of client review meetings, and contribution to service excellence
• Medical & dental contributions
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Professional development and licensing reimbursement
• Free parking and on-site fitness center

Work Model & Location

Location: Bellevue, WA (In-Person), Occasional travel to nearby offices (Renton and Mountlake Terrace)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (flexible)

Sponsorship: Not available

Equal Opportunity Employer

Leverage Planners is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and a 2-3 minute video (Loom or selfie) answering:

1. Why are you interested in a service-focused, existing-client advisory role (not sales-driven)?
2. How do you help anxious or uncertain clients feel confident in their financial plan?
3. Describe your experience working within a defined planning process or framework.

This is not a sales pitch; we want to understand how you communicate and approach client service.

Salary

$75,000 - $100,000 per year