Financial Planner

Empower • Austin, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them. Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself. As a Financial Planner within Empower’s dedicated services model, you will go beyond planning to help participants take action and achieve meaningful financial outcomes. You’ll engage clients across Empower’s Large to Mega plan segment, providing in-depth financial guidance and positioning Empower’s solutions to help them reach their goals. This role combines expertise with a proactive, consultative mindset—driving results through education, relationship building, and personalized financial strategies that reflect Empower’s mission of improving financial wellness for all. This position will be working with employees of a major employer in the Austin, TX metropolitan area. The selected candidate must be able to travel to client sites as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience (MBA preferred)
• Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) designation required
• FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations required
• FINRA fingerprinting required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial services or the 401(k) industry
• At least 2 years of direct financial planning experience
• Proven ability to analyze and communicate a client’s complete financial picture, including investments, insurance, tax strategy, education planning, retirement, and estate considerations
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.
• For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption.
• You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet.
• Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided.
• You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.

Nice To Haves

• A results-driven mindset with a passion for helping clients take action and achieve measurable progress toward their goals
• Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to match client needs to Empower’s suite of solutions
• Exceptional communication, organization, and presentation skills that build confidence and trust
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to identifying opportunities and following through on commitments
• Proven track record of achieving multi-product sales goals within a client-focused environment
• Comfortable using digital tools, CRM systems (Salesforce), and financial planning software in a fully paperless environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a high-performing, team-based service model
• Commitment to Empower’s purpose of guiding participants toward long-term financial confidence

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive, financial plans that drive measurable outcomes for participants within Empower’s dedicated service model
• Lead proactive, needs-based conversations to uncover client goals and position appropriate Empower products and services that support their objectives
• Provide education and actionable guidance on topics such as managed accounts (My Total Retirement), rollovers, investment allocations, savings strategies, HSAs, and retirement income planning
• Act as an Investment Adviser Representative for Empower Advisory Group, offering tailored investment recommendations and leveraging Empower’s managed account platform
• Apply the CONSULT model to build trust and guide participants toward clear financial decisions
• Conduct outreach to current and former providers to facilitate client-directed transactions and ensure seamless implementation
• Document interactions accurately and efficiently using Salesforce and other internal systems
• Contribute to a culture of learning by sharing insights, strategies, and success stories with your peers
• Deliver a high-touch, ongoing service experience that supports clients before and after retirement

Benefits

• We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees