Senior Wealth Advisor

Vanguard • Malvern, PA

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Wealth Advisor in Vanguard's Advice and Wealth Management division, you will develop tailored financial strategies for ultra-high-net-worth clients and prospects with $5–15 million in investable assets. You will provide ongoing portfolio management using Vanguard products and the firm's wealth management services, helping clients pursue their individual financial goals.

You will onboard clients and manage a book of business that may include high-profile and influential individuals and families. By explaining Vanguard's investment philosophy and making recommendations suited to each client's circumstances and risk tolerance, you will provide financial planning solutions informed by Vanguard's research and investment methodology.

The role involves collaborating with internal specialists to address clients' investment advice, tax strategy, estate and legacy planning, philanthropic giving, and corporate trust needs. You will also manage trusts as an investment manager and, when Vanguard serves as corporate trustee, work with internal Trust Administrators. You are expected to maintain advanced knowledge of financial planning, capital markets, and the financial industry, and to coach and support peers.

The position follows a hybrid schedule: in the office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work Monday and Friday. Occasional travel to clients, Vanguard sites, or professional conferences may be required. Relocation is available to those who qualify. Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

• CFP® designation.
• At least 7 years of experience in financial advice, financial planning, book-of-business management, and relationship management.
• Experience applying trust and estate planning knowledge to help preserve clients' wealth.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, investment strategies, and industry regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive presence when interacting with clients and representing Vanguard at conferences or client visits.
• A Series 7, 63, or 66 regulatory license and/or registration, as determined by Compliance based on role-specific duties, and the SIE or the ability to acquire it once in the role.

Nice To Haves

• CFA, CTFA, or CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Onboard clients and manage a book of business that may include high-profile and influential individuals and families.
• Develop tailored financial strategies and provide ongoing portfolio management for clients and prospects with $5–15 million in investable assets, using Vanguard products and wealth management services.
• Communicate Vanguard's investment philosophy and make recommendations that account for client suitability, risk tolerance, and appropriate saving and spending strategies.
• Provide financial planning solutions based on Vanguard's research and investment methodology.
• Partner with internal resources to address clients' investment advice, tax strategies, legacy and estate planning, philanthropic giving, and corporate trust services.
• Manage trusts as an investment manager and partner with internal Trust Administrators when Vanguard serves as corporate trustee.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of financial planning, capital markets, and the financial industry.
• Coach and support peers and promote continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package intended to support financial, health, and overall well-being.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Annual cash award through the Partnership Plan, tied to collective company performance and client outcomes.
• Merit-based salary increases.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance for those who qualify.

What This Job Offers

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