Financial Advisor

Allworth Financial•Walnut Creek, CA

11h•$140,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Allworth Financial is an independent investment financial advisory firm specializing in retirement planning, investment advising, and 401(k) management. They offer a direct approach to financial planning, delivering long- and short-term investment planning solutions and advice to help clients achieve their goals and plan strategically for retirement. Allworth Financial is a high growth, private equity backed, multi-branch Registered Investment Advisor, founded in Sacramento, California, in 1993. It is primarily a fee-based, employee-centric fiduciary advisory firm that emphasizes client well-being and education. The firm manages billions of dollars and is on track for continued growth through acquisitions and organic growth. Allworth Financial has been recognized with the "Circle of Excellence" award by the National Business Research Institute for employee and client satisfaction and was named a Barron's Top 40 RIA in 2024. The firm is seeking an experienced Financial Advisor for its Houston, TX office. This is an in-person role with the ability to work from home, designed for an advisor with professional maturity, sound judgment, and a commitment to building strong client relationships while contributing to a high-performing office culture. The role requires an advisor who is comfortable leading client relationships, partnering with teammates, and being a positive presence in the office. Advisors are supported by Allworth’s brand, resources, and integrated planning platform and are expected to operate with autonomy, accountability, and a leadership mindset. Advisors deliver comprehensive, fiduciary financial planning without pressure to sell proprietary products, supported by a fully integrated platform including a Wealth Planning Team, Estate Planning Resources, Associate Advisor Support, Insurance Planning, and Tax Planning.

Requirements

CFP® or ChFC® designation required.
Must have or be willing to obtain Series 65 or 66 (Series 7 and Insurance licenses not required).
Minimum five years of client-facing wealth management or financial planning experience.
Demonstrated ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, mentor, and model best practices.
High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and discretion.
Thrives in an in-office, team-oriented environment.
Proficiency with financial planning tools and CRM systems (MoneyGuidePro and Salesforce preferred).

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary advisor to clients, leading discovery conversations, planning discussions, and ongoing relationship management.
Build and sustain long-term client relationships through trust, credibility, and consistent delivery of high-quality advice.
Demonstrate sound judgment and confidence in guiding clients through complex financial decisions.
Deliver comprehensive financial planning using Allworth’s 7 Personal Decision Points™ framework.
Partner with the Wealth Planning Team and Associate Advisors to develop and present thoughtful, customized financial plans.
Leverage integrated services—including Estate Planning, Insurance Planning, and Tax Planning—to support holistic client outcomes.
Conduct regular reviews to ensure plans remain aligned with client goals and fiduciary standards.
Maintain a strong in-office presence and serve as a collaborative, engaged member of the Houston team.
Lead by example in professionalism, preparation, and client experience.
Actively contribute to office culture, collaboration, and shared accountability.
Support team initiatives, mentoring, and knowledge sharing as appropriate.
Communicate planning strategies, recommendations, and investment updates clearly and confidently.
Maintain accurate documentation and follow-up in Allworth’s CRM system.
Provide thoughtful feedback to leadership to support continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical: Blue Shield (PPOs and HDHP with HSA) plans and Kaiser (HMO) plans for California associates
Dental insurance with MetLife
Vision insurance with VSP
Optional supplemental benefits
Healthcare savings accounts with company contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible working arrangements
Generous 401K contributions
Flexible paid time off policy for exempt associates
15 days of paid time off annually during the first three years of employment for non-exempt associates
11 Paid Holidays
Option to participate in our Equity Purchase Program (Contract, intern, and part-time employees are not eligible)
Future growth opportunities within the company