Senior Associate Financial Advisor

About the role

The Senior Associate Financial Advisor serves as a transitional step to a Financial Advisor role by supporting and growing an existing book of business under the guidance of an established Financial Advisor. This role assists members and prospects with information, products, and procedures to implement an investment program, while also working with clients already in the Financial Advisor’s book. In addition to client‑facing duties, the Senior Associate helps implement the practice’s strategic plans and assists in day‑to‑day office management.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Integration: Collaborate with the Senior Advisor to implement business development, client service, and operational strategies; track progress on key initiatives; oversee daily office operations, workflow coordination, resource allocation, and vendor relationships.
• Financial Planning & Advice: Conduct portfolio research and asset‑allocation design; perform financial‑planning reviews and update plans as needed; provide investment advice and recommendations based on clients’ risk tolerance and objectives.
• Client Relationship Management: Assist the Senior Advisor in managing all client relationships; manage assigned households and provide ongoing service and planning updates; develop deep relationships with clients and their families to understand financial goals and needs.
• Operational Support: Collaborate with the assistant to ensure smooth operations and client satisfaction; maintain and document client activity in the CRM system; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Business Development: Design and manage client “touchpoints” strategy to deliver timely information and resources throughout the year; attend and facilitate Experience Center partner meetings to build engagement and cultivate centers of influence; build relationships with prospects and convert them to clients, providing ongoing service throughout the client lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3 years of client‑facing experience in investment or wealth management, including consultative service roles.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities and projects simultaneously, prioritize daily work, and manage prospecting, marketing, and sales efforts.
• Discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive client information.
• Strong ability to assess individual client needs and foster lasting relationships.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for engaging internal and external business partners.
• In‑depth understanding of financial industry concepts, mathematics, product knowledge, competitive intelligence, and client‑service strategies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn Raymond James‑specific applications (Advisor Access, Client Center, etc.).
• Exposure to a CRM system such as Salesforce is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Required licenses: FINRA Series 7, 63 & 65 or 66; Life & Disability Insurance License.

Location

Ridgepointe Experience Center, Bellevue, WA

Pay

Target compensation in Washington: $80,000 – $100,000 (base salary plus incentive pay, reflecting experience level and current production).

Benefits

• Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Paid Time Off: up to 15 days accrued in the first year, plus 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days (renew annually).
• Paid federal holidays.
• Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgages, auto, and personal loans (subject to standard eligibility and underwriting criteria).