Associate Wealth Advisor (Minneapolis, MN)

About the role

Mercer Advisors has worked with families to help them amplify and simplify their financial lives. Whether a family has $300 thousand or $300 million, our family office model – which integrates financial planning, investment management, tax and estate planning, insurance, and more – was designed to help them not worry about money. Our Regis Group was specifically formed to serve ultra-high-net-worth families ($50M+), who face a unique set of financial advantages and challenges. Regis Wealth Advisors work hand-in-hand with these clients to help them make sense of their financial situation, make smart decisions, and live the lives of their dreams.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates the Senior Advisor’s needs, manages pre- and post-meeting deliverables, and helps to prioritize workflow to maximize the Senior Advisor’s capacity for client growth.
• Prepares for, participates in, and follows up after client meetings to ensure a seamless, high-touch client experience.
• Participates in the development of financial solutions to clients, utilizing interpersonal communication and relationship building skills to gather information and share results with clients as needed.
• Prepares comprehensive financial plans that reflect each client’s unique goals, financial circumstances, and long-term objectives.
• Collaborates closely with internal partners across portfolio management, tax, estate planning, and other specialized teams to coordinate expertise and deliver integrated, comprehensive offering to our clients.
• Effectively coordinates multiple client initiatives and priorities, proactively communicating progress, next steps, and considerations to the Senior Wealth Advisor.
• Actively builds technical, relational, and advisor capabilities with the expectation of increased client ownership (in coordination with the Senior Wealth Advisor) and responsibility over time.
• Translates complex financial planning concepts into clear, client-friendly materials and deliverables.
• Partner with the Senior Wealth Advisor to deliver exceptional, seamless client experience focusing on accuracy, timeliness, and accountability for the client's future.
• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (preferably Business, Economics, Accounting or Finance related); Master’s degree a plus.
• At least 5 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).

Qualifications

• 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.
• Sales aptitude and experience is preferred.
• 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.

Skills & Competencies

• 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.
• Sales aptitude and experience is preferred.
• 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.

Pay

$102,000 - $120,000 USD

Schedule

Business hours Monday through Friday. Will occasionally be expected to adjust work schedule to mirror that of the Senior Wealth Advisor to effectively serve client’s needs.

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.
• Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care.
• 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

Working Conditions

Remote or Hybrid schedule with a combination of remote and office work in a professional office environment. Working inside. Standing and sitting.