4-year degree in business, finance, or economics preferred
Possess Series 7 and Series 66 or 65 licensing
Significant experience in wealth management
Ability to convert prospects into clients
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
Responsibilities
Manage client relationships according to WEG's planning standards
Facilitate the financial planning process with prospective clients
Conduct annual client reviews covering planning and investment
Source, follow up, and close potential clients
Create networking opportunities and drive client referrals
Mentor team members in financial planning and client service
Participate in training and educational events offered by WEG
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
401k plan with matching and profit sharing
18 days of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure
Paid parental and caregiver leave
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for various expenses
Wellness programs and resources
Full Job Description
Wealth Enhancement Group has an exciting opportunity for a VPFinancial Advisor to join our team in Walnut Creek, CA. This role is a key member of the advisory team and will help clients achieve their financial goals while providing service that exceeds client expectations. Our team members work together to meet company objectives for customer service quality, client retention and sales growth.
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the base salary range for this position is$125,000-$150,000, exclusive of commissions, bonuses and benefits. This position is also eligible for participation in our equity program.
Actual compensation within this range will depend on your qualifications, skills, and credentials, educational and professional experience and actual compensation will depend on your productivity and can be below or exceed the range. A full benefits suite is offered, including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off and other benefits.
We select our initial compensation target using national compensation survey data. When we make an offer, we then factor in things like tenure, performance, and geographic location to come up with the most accurate numbers. 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 Functions
Manage existing client relationships to WEG's planning-based standard of identity
Facilitate the financial planning process
Discover a prospect or client's values, goals and objectives
Understand their current financial situation
Engage them in the financial planning process
Prepare and conduct annual reviews, including both planning and investment topics
Ensures on going client support and communication
Source and close prospects
Proactively follow up with clients who have not implemented financial plan
Close leads provided by various WEG channels (Marketing, CRP, etc.)
Create opportunities within your network
Drive referrals from existing clients
Mentor and train individuals on the team in technical areas of financial planning and client service
Educate on the Wealth Enhancement Group planning process
Educate on the overall financial planning matters
Participate in Wealth Enhancement Group trainings, educational events, coaching programs, and proficient in advisor/client facing technology
Adherence to the Wealth Enhancement Group's Corporate Communication Strategy and in good compliance standing
Education/Qualifications
Requires a 4-year degree; business, finance, economics preferred
Series 7, 66 (BD/RIA)
Series 65 (RIA Only)
Substantial experience within the wealth management industry
Ability to source and convert prospects to clients and provide high-level planning-oriented service
Possess excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both oral & written)
Ability to manage multiple projects at once
Engagement in WEG, broader community and active participation in financial planning community
Comprehensive Benefits Offerings
Our 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 development
Medical, 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 expenses
Life and AD&D insurance - employer paid and voluntary options
Short-term and long-term disability, workers compensation - employer paid
401k with match and profit sharing
Wellness programs and resources
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
18 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)
OSHA 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.
