Associate Financial Planner

At Edelman Financial Engines (EFE), our purpose is to guide people with the financial advice they need to thrive. We believe that every dollar saved represents a lifetime of hard work and aspirations, and every dollar invested has a job to do for our clients. Our goal is to build long-term relationships based on respect, integrity, and a belief that our responsibility is to help people make smart investment decisions at every stage of their lives. Our culture is grounded in our CORE values: Client First, One Team, Respectful Candor, and Endless Curiosity.

About the role

As an Associate Financial Planner, you’ll assist Financial Planners in ensuring client happiness while following all regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Performs financial planning analyses for clients including, but not limited to retirement, investments, estate, tax, education funding, real estate, and risk management needs analysis
• Prepares presentations, research, and supporting materials for client meetings and reviews
• Conducts assessments of clients and prospects’ evolving financial planning needs through proactively taking initiative to uncover new financial planning opportunities
• Provides reports including minimum distributions, performance, billing, insurance policies, and tax consequences
• Calculates required minimum distributions, income needs, tax consequences, and contributions/withdrawals
• Provides high-level contact with clients crafted to maintain and improve the client relationship
• Maintains a proven understanding of the industry, products, and trends

Requirements

• Minimum 1-3 years of financial services industry experience required, specifically in a broker/dealer or registered investment advisor environment
• FINRA Series 65 Required
• Bachelor’s degree in business or finance; or equivalent proven experience
• Certified Financial Planner designation preferred
• Financial Services & insurance sales experience preferred
• Good understanding of finance and investment markets/securities
• Attention to detail, ability to coordinate work, and follow-up skills are crucial to the successful performance of position responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects and meet deadlines is crucial
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Detailed knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, and Excel is a must

About Edelman Financial Engines

Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors—not just the wealthy—deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Recognized by Barron’s as a top RIA firm for eight years in a row (2018-2025), we support more than 1.27 million clients across 140+ offices nationwide and manage over $324 billion in assets. Our unique approach combines advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner.

Pay

The expected base salary range for this role nationally is $83,300 to $111,300, with an additional annual bonus of 5% plus an incentive on any net new assets referred. Final base pay will be determined based on responsibilities, job-related skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and market conditions.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Health, dental, and other wellness plans
• 401(k) contributions