Associate Wealth Advisor

Focus Financial Partners•Palo Alto, CA

39d•$100,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Focus Partners Wealth is seeking an Associate Wealth Advisor to join a planning-centric team that creates personalized wealth advice based on clients’ individual goals and aspirations. The role partners closely with Wealth Advisors to maintain and enhance client relationships through active participation in the financial planning process, including developing and implementing retirement, risk management, tax, estate, and investment strategies. The position includes developing and presenting financial plans, preparing tax projections, identifying advanced planning opportunities, and creating holistic investment strategies. The Associate Wealth Advisor also serves as a day-to-day client contact, leads selected client relationships and communications, and collaborates with portfolio management and advisory teams. Some travel may be required, and the employee must be able to meet clients in person. The role follows a hybrid schedule: three days per week in the office and the option to work remotely two days per week, or as assigned by the team leader. This is an exempt position with an annualized base salary range of $100,000–$140,000. Actual pay may vary based on factors including experience, subject-matter expertise, work location, and skill set. Compensation may also include an annual cash bonus and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a 401(k).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Series 65 or equivalent.
At least four years of financial services experience.
Proven experience in financial analysis, modeling, and strategic planning.
Strong understanding of investment strategies, risk management, tax planning, and estate planning.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex financial concepts to clients.
Team-oriented approach.
Knowledge of the financial industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts.
Proficiency with financial software and tools for modeling and analysis, as well as CRM tools.
Clean U4.

Nice To Haves

CFP or equivalent (ChFC or CPA + PFS).
Tax preparation experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, revise, and present financial plans using planning software.
Create and deliver tax, estate, and insurance planning.
Prepare tax projections and assist with year-end tax planning discussions.
Identify advanced planning opportunities and develop internal best practices.
Develop mastery of Focus Partners Wealth’s investment philosophy.
Create holistic investment strategies for clients and monitor risk tolerance over time as needed.
Develop an understanding of trading fundamentals and partner with the Portfolio Management team on portfolio approvals and execution, trade recommendations, and tax-loss harvesting.
Master the technology stack, including the CRM system and custodian websites.
Serve as a resource and collaborate with other Associate Wealth Advisors.
Independently lead client communications and interactions.
Record client communications and information diligently in the client relationship management platform.
Serve as the day-to-day contact for client needs and collaborate with team members to provide a high level of client service.
Complete client billing reviews and ensure compliance for the advisory team.
Participate in advisory team business planning and actively support the firm’s strategic priorities.
Support business development in a team environment.
Lead a select number of client relationships.
Lead the development of financial planning recommendations for clients.
Meet with clients in person; some travel may be required.