Financial Advisor, Wealth Management

Credit Union of Southern California•Whittier, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role at CU SoCal in Financial Services would allow you to join the Wealth Management team as a Financial Advisor associated with LPL Financial. Under this model Financial Advisors are NOT employees of LPL Financial. The Financial Advisor will service any current clients and simultaneously expand their base of new Members/clients. This position is based at our Whittier, CA branch and offers a hybrid remote work arrangement, with on-site support at local branches to service our Members. CU SoCal is one of the fastest growing credit unions and is more than just a place to work. It’s a place where people come before profit, a place where you can build a career that’s more than a job, and where the work you do has meaning and purpose. We offer competitive pay, great health benefits and a culture like no other! CU SoCal is a Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Recipient. In 2026, Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) was once again honored with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, marking our third consecutive win and ranking us among the top workplaces worldwide for outstanding employee engagement. The CU SoCal culture fosters Building Better Lives for our Members, personal development, open communication, and genuine care for each other. We prioritize C.A.R.E. 4: professional competence, positive attitude, relationship building, and eager service to others. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team, please submit your application today!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency.
Currently hold a FINRA Series 7, 66 or 63 & 65 in lieu of 66 and/or other insurance licenses.
3+ years of business development and client-facing sales experience in the financial services, insurance, professional services, business advisory services and/or banking industries.
Experience in marketing, business development and sales functions.
Experience with Customer Relationship Management software.
This role requires driving and must meet and maintain the following requirements: Hold a valid CA state driver’s license in good standing that is not actively suspended, revoked, or restricted.
Have reliable personal transportation. Use of any means of public transportation or ridesharing services will not satisfy this requirement.
Must maintain state liability auto insurance coverage with a minimum of 30/60/15 limits on the vehicle that will be used for work.
Maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Records (MVR).

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent experience
Previous production minimum of $100,000 or assets under management of $10,000,000.
Proficient in applicable MS Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
A Financial Advisor will be an excellent communicator, a great listener, and take a consultative approach to wealth management solutions.
Nurture relationships with CU SoCal staff including MSOs, LBEs.
Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic Team environment.
Professionalism, dependability, integrity, and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.
Highly motivated self-starter with ability to multitask and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Ability to service an existing book of business upon hire.
Ability to build a strong client list with the credit union’s exceptional referral system.
Service a branch territory with significant deposit base, which includes current Members who need an advisor to meet their financial goals.
Opportunity to create client solutions through comprehensive financial planning.
Grow your business with LPL’s combination of tools, technology, and support.
Capitalize on the credit union’s reputation and community standing.
Collect and analyze information regarding the Member's income, assets, investments or debts, and financial needs.
Collect and analyze information regarding the Member's tax status, investment objectives, investment experience, investment time horizon, liquidity needs, risk tolerance, and any other information the Member may disclose.
Compare and evaluate financial products that best meet the Member's needs and financial circumstances.
Advise Members regarding the advantages and disadvantages of different financial products and recommend products that seem most suitable.
Manage Members' portfolios including monitoring the portfolios over time, update assessments, and make further recommendations to the Member.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Complete understanding and active application the C.A.R.E. 4 Guide expectations and the Brand Communications Standards Accountability Philosophy.
Must be able and available to work a “hybrid” schedule, per business operations requirement, as needed.
Additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned.