Wealth Advisor, Schwab Wealth Advisory

Charles Schwab Inc.•Chicago, IL
•$110,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Schwab Wealth Advisory is a fee-based, non-discretionary investment advisory solution grounded in trust, personalized service, and a fiduciary commitment to clients. The Wealth Advisor manages ongoing client relationships, provides holistic financial planning, and delivers tailored investment guidance aligned with Schwab’s investment approach. Working closely with an experienced advisory team, the advisor supports clients through complex financial decisions and helps them stay focused on long-term goals. The role supports client confidence, long-term retention, and advisory excellence in a relationship-driven environment. The selected candidate is expected to work on site in the specified locations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Active FINRA Series 7 license. Certified and current CFP® or CFA® designation holders may obtain it within 120 days of employment, subject to verification before hire.
  • Active FINRA Series 66 license or equivalent; may be obtained within the first 120 days.
  • Ability to build trust by listening actively, asking thoughtful questions, and clearly translating complex financial concepts into understandable, actionable guidance.
  • Ability to prioritize client meetings, planning work, and follow-through while clearly setting expectations, timelines, and next steps with clients and partners.
  • Ability to apply financial planning principles and communicate recommendations aligned with client goals, risk tolerance, and long-term outcomes.
  • Actively seeks, receives, and applies feedback; communicates openly about development needs and adjusts approach to improve advisory effectiveness.
  • Awareness of strengths and limitations, with timely communication of questions or concerns and appropriate escalation.

Nice To Haves

  • CFP® or CFA® designation.

Responsibilities

  • Manage ongoing client relationships.
  • Deliver holistic financial planning.
  • Provide tailored investment guidance aligned with Schwab’s approach to investing.
  • Collaborate with an experienced advisory team to support clients through complex financial decisions.
  • Help clients stay focused on long-term goals.
  • Build client trust through active listening, thoughtful questions, and clear explanations of financial concepts.
  • Prioritize client meetings, planning work, and follow-through; set expectations, timelines, and next steps with clients and partners.
  • Apply financial planning principles and communicate recommendations that align portfolios with client goals, risk tolerance, and long-term outcomes.
  • Seek, receive, and apply feedback to improve advisory effectiveness.
  • Communicate development needs, questions, or concerns and escalate appropriately to serve clients well.

Benefits

  • Eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities in addition to the salary range.
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