Associate Advisor

Kestra • Austin, TX

28d

About The Position

Supports the advisory team in delivering ongoing service to clients by preparing for client meetings, assisting with planning-related tasks, and coordinating follow-up items. This role plays a key part in maintaining the day-to-day servicing needs of client relationships and ensuring internal processes are followed.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of financial planning and advice.
• Ability to communicate clearly internally and externally through verbal and written correspondence, especially in difficult client situations.
• Strong client services skills with the ability to assess the needs of the client and take action when appropriate.
• Deep understanding of industry compliance and ability to follow procedures.
• Strong client services skills as it relations to relationship management.
• Proven dependability by consistently being at work and on time and during scheduled hours, following instructions and procedures and leading by example.
• Strong organization, prioritization and multi-tasking skills required.
• Must have exceptional attention to detail.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving administrative related problems.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and responding to correspondence.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply company policies and procedures.
• Actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Ability to implement DiSC® communication styles within the team.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in wealth management.
• Series 7 and 66 required but can be obtained on the job within the first six months.
• CFP® required.
• Insurance Licenses required (Accident and Health, Life and Fixed Annuities, Variable Life/Variable Annuity) and can be obtained on the job.
• Additional designations or certifications may be required and can be obtained on the job.
• Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra.
• Internal applicants must also have a minimum of 1 year service in current role unless approved by EVP.

Responsibilities

• Supports the lead advisor in maintaining strong client relationships by assisting with day-to-day servicing needs, drafting client communication, capturing meeting notes, and creating and tracking action items.
• Prepares and generates client review materials for assigned clients in alignment with firm standards.
• Drafts and implements financial plans and action items under the supervision of the Lead/Senior Advisor.
• Assists head of wealth planning with case studies and other education opportunities for the department.
• Researches, creates and presents planning strategies (tax, estate, insurance and investment) and relays recommendations to advisors/clients as client situations arise.
• Assists the Advisor with investment management strategies and works with the Investment Department to implement.
• Participates in client meetings for delivering presentations, live planning, updates, note taking, and post meeting actions.
• Works proactively in all facets of the role, consistently seeking out new opportunities to assist advisors in planning more effectively, maximizing data, defining best practices, and identifying high-impact activities.
• Advanced understanding of financial planning software and scenario creation
• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and promptly.
• Protects clients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
• Performs tasks in a manner that displays a commitment to excellence, best practices, compassionate and superior customer service with every client and colleague.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits with a large employer (over 1600 employees nationwide)
• 401(k), health insurance, and a competitive benefits package
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to professional excellence
• Help clients navigate meaningful financial decisions with confidence
• Opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth within the firm
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees