Director, Financial Planning

About the role

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. That’s why we are committed to managing our clients’ investments by truly understanding them as people first and then delivering advice, strategies and solutions to help them feel confident about the plans they are making, whether for today, tomorrow, or in the great unknown future. Our goal is to build long-term relationships based on respect, integrity, and a belief that our responsibility is to help people make smart investments decisions in every stage of their lives. Our culture is grounded in our CORE values: Client First, One Team, Respectful Candor, and Endless Curiosity. These values guide everything we do, for our clients and each other.

Responsibilities

• Serve the client's best interests, providing outstanding financial advice guidance
• Effectively evaluate client situations and analyze their needs
• Develop and present a compelling set of recommendations
• Adept at building positive relationships with clients
• Skilled at influencing clients to improve their financial well-being

Requirements

• Direct client-facing experience in a fee-based wealth management or planning role
• Results driven approach with a consistent track record to form relationships
• Desire for role with base salary, performance-based compensation and growing earnings potential
• Must possess an active Series 65
• Must possess an active Health and Life Insurance license or will be required to obtain it within the first three months of employment
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or other certification is desired but not required

Benefits

Edelman Financial Engines takes a market-based approach to pay. This is a commission based opportunity designed for driven sales professionals. Your earning potential is directly linked to your performance and success in growing sales and client relationships. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans, and 401(k) contributions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific benefits eligible for this role during the hiring process.