Senior Financial Advisor

Industry: Wealth Management / Financial Advisory

About the role

Our client is an independent wealth management firm celebrating 20 years of fiduciary-first financial planning, operating under a corporate RIA and broker-dealer platform. The Senior Financial Advisor will manage a book of high-net-worth clients, delivering comprehensive planning and advisory services. This is a relationship-driven, non-transactional role with a defined path toward minority equity ownership for advisors who demonstrate strong performance and cultural fit.

Responsibilities

• Manage an existing book of high-net-worth clients with investable assets ranging from $150K to $500K+, serving clients under AUM or fee-based advisory relationships.
• Provide holistic financial planning across investments, tax strategy, insurance optimization, retirement, and estate planning.
• Execute financial plans using the firm's planning software and CRM in collaboration with the paraplanner and operations team.
• Actively manage and optimize client portfolios while providing insurance planning solutions as client needs and market conditions evolve.
• Close qualified inbound leads generated through the firm's marketing and content strategy.
• Drive practice growth by building meaningful relationships through personal networking, community involvement, and strategic professional partnerships.
• Contribute to brand development and market presence through networking and community visibility.
• Support specialization in planning areas such as divorce or estate planning based on your interests and firm needs.
• Participate in team development, including mentoring the assigned paraplanner and operations professional.
• Maintain the highest standards of fiduciary responsibility, ethics, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in wealth management, financial planning, investment advisory, or a related field.
• Series 7 and Series 65 or Series 66 licenses required; Life and Health Insurance licensure is a plus.
• CFP certification or active pursuit toward certification, with completion preferred within the first two years.
• Existing book of business or an established network in the Baltimore area is desirable but not required.
• Proficiency in Excel and CRM systems required; specific experience with eMoney, Zocks, Albridge, or Redtail is a plus, as is familiarity with and passion for AI tools and how they can improve workflows and the client experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial strategies in clear, client-friendly language.
• Skilled at fostering trusted client relationships through thoughtful discussions about financial goals, values, and life priorities, with a holistic approach to wealth management.
• Collaborative, coachable, and passionate about continuous learning while creating long-term value for clients, the firm, and the team.
• Brings positive energy and genuine enthusiasm for helping others succeed.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for helping build and grow a successful practice.

Benefits

• Exceptional long-term growth opportunity with a thriving, collaborative firm that is genuinely invested in your success.
• A path to minority equity ownership is available based on performance, contributions, and cultural fit.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance.
• Each advisor has a paraplanner and operations professional assigned to their practice, giving you more time to focus on client relationships and strategy.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Professional development support, including CFP education, continuing education, licensing, and ongoing training.
• Dedicated support from a paraplanner/operations professional, allowing you to focus on serving clients and growing your practice.
• Mentorship, peer collaboration, and ongoing learning opportunities with experienced advisors.

Pay

Base salary: $90,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience; target total compensation of $150,000 to $250,000+ in year one. Performance-based bonus tied to personal AUM growth and firm performance.