Certified Financial Advisor

Vanguard • Charlotte, NC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Vanguard is hiring Certified Financial Advisors in Charlotte, North Carolina. Candidates may also be considered for a Senior Certified Financial Advisor opportunity. Advisors establish and maintain long-term client relationships, help investors plan for their financial goals, and provide personalized investment strategies and financial planning guidance. The work includes disciplined investing approaches, tax management strategies, trust and estate planning knowledge, and other financial planning support.

The role is part of Vanguard’s hybrid working model: in the office Tuesday through Thursday and remote Monday and Friday. Relocation is available to candidates who qualify. Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

• Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) designation.
• Series 7 and Series 63 or Series 66 licenses, or the ability to acquire the required license(s) within three months of assuming the position.
• Five years of advisory experience, specifically in advice planning, book-of-business management, and relationship management.
• Experience managing a book of business with a track record of client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Knowledge of trust and estate planning.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, investment strategies, and industry regulations.
• Ability to be a positive and resilient change agent while fostering collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Establish, grow, and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Partner with investors to help them plan their financial goals.
• Provide disciplined investing approaches, tax management strategies, and additional financial planning support.
• Develop personalized investment strategies and deliver financial planning guidance for important life events.
• Manage a book of business while supporting client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Apply trust and estate planning knowledge to help preserve clients’ wealth.
• Foster collaboration as a peer and business partner.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and overall well-being.
• Opportunities for performance bonuses.
• Annual cash award through the Partnership Plan, tied to company performance and client outcomes.
• Merit-based salary increases.
• Professional development.
• Relocation available to candidates who qualify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed