Certified Financial Advisor

About the role

Join Vanguard as a Certified Financial Advisor in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard is seeking Certified Financial Advisors to join our team. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive, inclusive environment, Vanguard is the perfect place to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Establish, grow, and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Partner with investors to help them plan their financial goals.
• Provide disciplined investing approaches, tax management strategies, and additional financial planning support.
• Develop personalized investment strategies and deliver financial planning guidance for the moments that matter.

Qualifications

• Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) designation required.
• Series 7, 63 or 66 (or ability to acquire within 3 months of assuming position).
• Five years of advisory experience, specifically in advice planning, book of business management, and relationship management.
• Show experience managing a book of business with a track record of client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Apply trust and estate planning knowledge to help preserve client’s wealth.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, investment strategies, and industry regulations.
• Positive and resilient change agent while fostering collaboration as both a peer and business partner.

Special Factors

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
• Relocation available to those who qualify.
• We follow a hybrid working model where we are in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and work remotely Monday and Friday.

Compensation and Benefits

At Vanguard, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the impact of your contributions. Beyond your competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, health, and overall well-being.

Benefits

• Performance Bonus: Opportunities for performance bonuses.
• Partnership Plan: Annual cash award tied to company performance and client outcomes.
• Merit-Based Salary Increases: Achievements and contributions are recognized through merit-based salary increases.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a balanced professional and personal life.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from a workplace that prioritizes your professional development.
• Inclusive Environment: Thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Our Commitment to You

Vanguard takes the same long-term view of your success—at work and in life—with Benefits and Rewards packages that reflect what you care about, throughout all the phases and stages of your life.

Empowered to Learn, Grow, and Thrive

• Rajesh D.: "Over the past 24 years, I’ve had the privilege of being part of Vanguard that is truly client-owned. Vanguard is where I and my work truly matters and where one can build a rewarding and fulfilling career."
• Akua A.: "I discovered my niche in cybersecurity at Vanguard through a combination of IT roles and the Technology Leadership Program. Vanguard is truly the best place to work."
• Diane T.: "What has always stood out to me about Vanguard is the people, our crew. Vanguard is truly the best place to work."
• Kelly P.: "When I was seeking an employer, I was looking for somewhere I could grow, be challenged, collaborate with others who encourage diversity of thought and innovation, and do purposeful, value-driven work that truly makes a difference."
• Megan M.: "Vanguard is not just a great place to work—it is a great place to have a career! As a company, we promote continuous learning and rotations which has allowed me to grow as a technical professional and as a leader."