Associate Wealth Advisor

Waverly Advisors, LLC • Boulder, CO, CO

6d • $100,000 - $250,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Waverly Advisors is seeking an Associate Wealth Advisor for its Boulder, Colorado office. The role supports high-net-worth clients in partnership with experienced Wealth Advisors, providing operational support, helping manage client relationships, and participating in advanced financial planning. The Associate Wealth Advisor communicates with clients, delivers attentive service, and supports the advisory team while developing client advisory skills under the guidance and mentorship of experienced colleagues.

The position calls for strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, organization, resilience, flexibility, promptness, and the ability to anticipate needs. The Associate Wealth Advisor also builds wealth management knowledge across investment philosophy, markets, portfolio construction and management, goals-based financial planning, estate and tax planning, and philanthropy. Occasional travel to meet clients may occur. Compensation is $100,000–$250,000, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Series 65 required.
• Two to five years of experience in the financial services industry; experience at an RIA is preferred.
• Adeptness with financial planning software such as eMoney, RightCapital, or MoneyGuidePro.
• Proficiency with a CRM such as Salesforce.
• Experience working with financial custodians such as Pershing, Schwab, or Fidelity.
• Detail-oriented self-starter with problem-solving ability, adaptability, and flexibility.
• Effective speaking and presentation skills.
• Excellent writing proficiency.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to be coached and work both in a team environment and independently.
• Learning and development mindset and drive for continuous improvement.
• Personal commitment to continuing education for professional development and growth.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

• CFP® certification preferred.
• Experience at a registered investment adviser (RIA) preferred.
• Experience with Pershing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the client consulting process by preparing and following up on each step of the client experience and participating in client meetings.
• Support Wealth Advisors in business development and pursue personal efforts to generate organic growth.
• Execute client requests, update client information, and follow up on outstanding items for advisors and clients.
• Build knowledge of Waverly’s investment philosophy, market outlook, portfolio construction and management, goals-based financial planning, and estate, tax, and philanthropic planning considerations.
• Prepare client meeting materials and attend client and/or prospect meetings.
• Collaborate with financial planners and Wealth Advisors to develop financial plans that help clients understand their financial picture and develop strategies to achieve their goals.
• Monitor client asset allocations, portfolio rebalancing, and trade recommendations with Wealth Advisors and the internal trading team.
• Manage deliverables from start to finish with Client Service Associates and other internal or external parties as needed.
• Document client communications and use CRM software.
• Address day-to-day client needs and collaborate with team members to provide a high level of service.
• Provide on-demand and scheduled reports to advisors and clients as requested.
• Participate in and contribute to team meetings as assigned.
• Review quarterly reports for accuracy.
• Track and complete special projects as needed throughout the year.
• Manage client onboarding and facilitate new account paperwork with the client service team.
• Use custodial platforms such as Schwab, Fidelity, and Pershing to help maintain client accounts as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with match and profit sharing.
• Twelve paid holidays each year.
• An extra vacation day during the employee’s birthday week.
• Responsible Time Off policy with no annual PTO limits, subject to team responsibilities and business needs.
• Paid sabbatical of four consecutive weeks after seven years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level