Senior Private Wealth Advisor, Practice Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Act as the primary advisor within a dedicated client team alongside a Wealth Advisor and Client Experience Specialist.

• Cultivate enduring relationships with a focused portfolio of high-net-worth Empower clients.

• Deliver client services for onboarding, financial planning, and investor education.

• Manage client relationships through phone, email, and virtual meetings, both proactively and reactively.

• Retain assets under management and attract additional assets through effective communication and education.

• Serve as a liaison between clients and internal Empower Personal Wealth groups and departments.

• Articulate the Personal Strategy investment approach and recommend, implement, and review strategies that align with client risk tolerance and financial goals.

• Engage clients in discussions about their portfolio, market trends, and economic factors.

• Provide comprehensive financial planning that encompasses retirement planning, income optimization, tax-advantaged savings strategies, and educational planning.

• Collaborate with Financial Planning Specialists on intricate issues and comprehensive plans.

• Coordinate with the advisory team and EPW stakeholders on client-related inquiries.

• Delegate tasks, mentor, train, and develop colleagues and resources.

• Travel to meet clients in person and strengthen relationships.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of relevant experience in financial services and client relations.

• Prior experience with direct client engagement, showcasing a knowledgeable and professional demeanor is essential.

• In-depth understanding of wealth management strategies, financial planning, tax and income optimization, and estate planning.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; detail-oriented; capable of managing multiple time-sensitive tasks simultaneously; proactive self-starter with strong situational awareness and contextual reasoning, as well as robust organizational and presentation skills.

• Proven track record in providing effective client consultations and fostering long-lasting client relationships.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate diverse client needs, achieve multi-product objectives, and analyze and present investment portfolios to clients.

• Proficient in or quick to learn Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Salesforce, NetX360, and other proprietary and recordkeeping systems.

• Demonstrated success with high-net-worth clients, complex planning, NPS, and client retention.

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• FINRA Series 65 certification required.

• FINRA fingerprinting required.

• CFP designation strongly preferred.

• Must reside within the Dallas area.

• Reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection and a suitable home office setup.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Retirement savings options, including a 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contributions, and a wide range of investment choices.

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.

• Business-casual work environment with the option to wear jeans.

• Generous paid time off from day one, including a paid time off program, ten paid company holidays, and three floating holidays each year.

• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per year.

• Leave of absence programs, including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA).

• Access to Business Resource Groups (BRGs) open to all employees.

• Flexible work environment.

• Remote work arrangements available within the territory.

• Necessary computer equipment provided.

• Competitive bonus opportunities in addition to base salary.

• Sales incentives and, in certain cases, a bonus plan.