Wealth Advisor

Cerity Partners•San Jose, CA

23h

About The Position

The Principal Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, meeting client service needs and developing personalized wealth planning strategies to support client retention and satisfaction. The role includes onboarding new clients through organic pipelines, Custodian Referral Programs, and Workplace Solution Programs, and serving as a secondary advisor for selected clients when needed. The advisor leads client meetings throughout the wealth planning process, collaborates with internal tax, legal, and investment teams, and identifies cross-department solutions for client needs. The role also includes mentoring colleagues, supporting business development, coordinating client transaction requests, and participating in company committees or firm-wide initiatives. The focus is on growing assets under management while delivering exceptional client outcomes and experiences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Series 65.
Completion of the CFP® or CFA designation, or CPA, JD, CHFC, or another approved advanced designation or degree.
7–10+ years of industry experience.
Proficiency in all Wealth Planner functions.
Proven leadership, decision-making, and subject-matter expertise.
Ability to independently source new client revenue and expand existing client relationships.
Ability to independently develop and communicate wealth planning strategies and manage client relationships.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills with external clients and internal colleagues.
Ability to listen and empathize with clients, identify and analyze issues, and explain financial concepts clearly to provide solutions.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills, with the ability to meet deadlines proactively and with little supervision.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Commitment to doing what is right for the client.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of e-Money, Salesforce, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Manage client relationships, meet service needs, and support high client retention.
Develop and communicate customized wealth planning strategies based on clients’ financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment preferences.
Serve as a secondary advisor for selected clients as needed.
Onboard new client relationships through organic pipelines, Custodian Referral Programs, and Workplace Solution Programs.
Lead or actively participate in prospect presentations and guide new clients through onboarding.
Lead client meetings through all phases of the wealth planning process.
Coordinate with internal tax, legal, investment, and other departments to support holistic financial plans.
Identify cross-department solutions for client needs and speak generally about other service offerings.
Mentor and train colleagues in wealth planning, client management, and business development best practices.
Proactively interact with clients and lead the team in creating a superior client experience.
Assist with timely completion and submission of client transaction requests.
Participate in company committees and firm-wide initiatives.
Perform other duties as necessary or directed.