Redwood Shores, CA (Hybrid)

EP Wealth Advisors, LLC•Seattle, WA

8d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

EP Wealth Advisors (EPWA) is a wealth management advisory firm with over $49.1 billion in assets as of June 30, 2026, serving predominantly high-net-worth individuals. EPWA fosters an inclusive environment that offers opportunities for associates to learn, grow, and enhance their skills to take on new challenges and progress in their professional careers. The Senior Financial Planner works closely with advisors to create, update, analyze, and deliver tailored financial plans to clients within the region. This role focuses on developing and maintaining strong client relationships, overseeing financial planning processes, and contributing to the firm’s service offerings.

Requirements

Certified Financial Planner designation.
3-7 years of experience in financial services or a related field, focusing on financial planning.
Proficiency in financial planning software is preferred (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Office Suite, Tamarac, eMoney, Money Guide Pro, Social Security Analyzer, Advisys, Zilculator, Holistiplan, Planner CS, Monday.com). Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and softwares.
Strong ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships and provide tailored financial advice.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial strategies clearly.
Ability to work effectively within a team, demonstrating collaboration and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently, managing multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision.
Strong eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial planning processes and documents.
Ability to address challenges quickly and effectively, ensuring client satisfaction and smooth workflow.
Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

Work with advisors on clients with assets under management of $2 million or more. Consult with the Financial Planning Manager for clients with assets of $5 million and more complex financial plans.
Lead the creation of detailed, customized financial plans, including tax planning, retirement planning, estate planning, investment strategies, and more.
Review client data, present to clients, and assist in preparing action plans based on financial recommendations. Help implement financial strategies and track progress.
Manage and streamline the Financial Planning team's processes, including data collection, plan input, scenario generation, internal reviews, and presenting client meetings. Ensure all deliverables are accurate and timely.
Work with other team members and departments to improve systems, enhance workflows, and develop processes that help increase client satisfaction and drive service excellence.
Assist the Financial Planning Manager in mentoring Financial Planning Associates and Financial Planning Interns, guiding them in financial planning processes and firm culture.
Organize and maintain client documents, ensuring that they are uploaded to appropriate systems and databases. Maintain and troubleshoot connections for client personal financial websites.
Collaborate with the Director of Financial Planning, Associate Director of Financial Planning, and Financial Planning Manager in the firm’s mergers and acquisitions efforts, including staff training and integration.
Continuously research financial trends, opportunities for optimization, and market changes to ensure the firm’s offerings remain competitive and up-to-date.
Participate in continuous professional development, including onboarding, bi-weekly department training, monthly continuing education opportunities, and a dedicated professional development hour.
Interest in pursuing additional financial planning designations or certifications that align with your career goals and the firm’s needs.
Stay updated on legislation changes (e.g., SECURE Act 2.0) and educate the firm on potential impacts.
Evaluate and implement updates to the financial planning tools and software used by the team, ensuring they remain efficient and effective.
Lead or actively participate in the development of new service offerings tailored to the regional client base, enhancing the firm’s capabilities in wealth management.
Lead client seminars and local events in the region to build relationships and provide educational support. Actively support meetings to implement financial strategies for clients.
Work with local Centers of Influence to implement action plans for clients, ensuring smooth execution and strong client satisfaction.