Associate Advisor

Root FinancialEncinitas, CA
$80,000 - $100,000Remote

About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a full-time Associate Financial Advisor in a remote capacity. After completing a dedicated Onboarding and Training program to get you up to speed, you will collaborate directly with a Lead Advisor at Root to learn our robust planning processes and begin sitting in on client meetings. The purpose of this role is to prepare you to become a Lead Advisor at Root where you will benefit from our thriving digital marketing funnel. As an Associate advisor at Root, you'll play a pivotal role in creating positive financial outcomes for clients while focusing on Root's overarching value of service.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • The ability to work autonomously and also as part of a team
  • A positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • 2-5 prior years of experience in the financial planning industry

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Dimensional Funds is a plus
  • Experience with Right Capital and Holistiplan is a plus
  • CFP exam passed preferred

Responsibilities

  • Prepare for client meetings alongside your Lead Advisor
  • Determine which types of accounts to open for clients
  • Actively communicate with clients to request documentation, answer questions, follow up after meetings, etc
  • Provide 401k recommendations for clients
  • Become an expert in Right Capital, Holistiplan, our CRM and other softwares
  • Provide unparalleled service to clients and Root team members

Benefits

  • Competitive pay. Base starts between $80k-$100k with 15% Bonus Eligibility
  • 5% 401(k) match
  • Health insurance
  • Vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance
  • Completely remote work and flexible schedules
  • Unlimited PTO Policy
  • Parental Leave
  • Root Reset Days: Take the last Friday of every month off
  • Lifestyle Spending Account for Wellness
  • Dedicated Onboarding and Training Program
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