Wealth Advisor (Tampa. FL)

Mercer Advisors • Tampa, FL

19h • $85,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mercer Advisors is seeking a Wealth Advisor to join their team. For over 40 years, Mercer Advisors has been dedicated to helping families manage and enhance their financial lives through integrated services including financial planning, investment management, business management, tax, estate planning, and insurance. The firm provides comprehensive care typically reserved for the wealthiest households. Mercer Advisors serves over 42,800 families across 110+ U.S. cities and is recognized as the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron’s for two consecutive years. As an independent fiduciary, Mercer Advisors is legally obligated to act in the best interests of its clients. The company fosters a diverse workplace, with over half of its employees and client-facing professionals being women, and builds teams around exceptional talent nationwide. Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets by Barron’s, based on metrics such as size, growth, service quality, technology, and succession planning. Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron’s to use this ranking in marketing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (preferably Business, Economics, Accounting or Finance related); Master’s degree a plus
• 7-10 years of job-related experience (Independent Advisor, Registered Representative, Securities Portfolio Manager, Financial Planner, Certified Public Accountant)
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation required. In lieu of the CFP, the following certifications may be acceptable: Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Investment Consultant (CIC).
• Series 65 required, unless any of the above designations qualify for an exemption in the applicable state(s)
• Advanced knowledge of the industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts
• Superior communication skills, with the ability to effectively present investment, finance, and tax planning solutions to clients
• Advanced knowledge of the economic landscape/general understanding of impact on the Firm and clients
• Experience utilizing financial planning software
• Expert at collaboration and willing to help others
• An entrepreneurial spirit and growth-mindset, with a positive attitude that contributes to a positive work environment
• Strong core understanding of our investments and ISG, along with the ability to perform asset allocation and analysis for portfolio reviews
• Comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements
• Ability to travel up to 20% as required for client meetings, company training, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Sales aptitude and experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Partners with affluent clients to identify their financial goals, analyze their financial landscape and develop recommendations that help them work towards well defined financial objectives.
• Communicates complex financial solutions to clients, utilizing interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.
• Ensures client retention by building meaningful and long-lasting relationships, alongside the development and implementation of appropriate financial solutions.
• Leverages Mercer’s broad set of solutions including tax, estate planning, insurance, and more to provide a comprehensive offering to our clients.
• Ensures adherence to compliance and regulatory policies as well as company standards of client care.
• Acts as a fiduciary, placing client interests and outcomes first.

Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life & AD&D; Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Three Cigna medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan.
• Kaiser Medical plans available in California
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan.
• Two comprehensive Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care.
• 14 Company Paid Holidays including a full week off at Thanksgiving.
• Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
• Maternity benefits utilizing company paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (8 weeks) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time.
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life’s challenges and more.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match as well as an after-tax option
• Pet Insurance
• Personalized financial planning and guidance from Mercer Advisors professionals, offered at preferred employee pricing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior