Associate Wealth Advisor

Overview

If you are looking to build your career with a firm that puts the client first by providing 360° advice designed to last, then Mariner Wealth Advisors is the right firm for you. We actively nurture the next generation of professionals, give back to the community and focus on building a diverse culture where everyone genuinely loves where they work and has the support needed to meet their career goals.

As associate wealth advisor, you will work directly with the wealth management team to create comprehensive wealth plans that include a coordinated financial strategy that aligns with each client’s goals and values. Our focus is to partner with clients to create a strategy for today and beyond. A successful associate wealth advisor will be a thoughtful listener, have a strong team mentality and be driven to grow professionally and personally.  

Responsibilities

• Work with your wealth advisor team to provide comprehensive wealth management advice to high net worth clients 
• Prepare thoughtful, customized comprehensive financial plans and portfolios by conducting research and analysis of potential client solutions  
• Effectively work with your team and available resources in support of our clients; executing client requests, updating information, follow up on open items 
• Critical in supporting, retaining and building meaningful client relationships  
• Participate in the sales process in partnership with team to build new client relationships   
• Actively develop skills in various software programs for investment and financial planning 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (degrees in finance or related field are a plus)
• 2 years of prior experience working in a financial planning, accounting, law firm, or other organization that provided relevant experience
• CFP designation or Series 65 required

Skills & Knowledge  

• Understanding of wealth management including fee-based consulting, mutual funds, money manager programs, insurance and financial planning 
• Previous experience with high net worth or ultra-high net worth clients/families is preferred 
• Experience utilizing financial planning software (eMoney, MoneyGuide Pro)  
• Highly effective interpersonal, relationship management and communication skills 
• Strong attention to detail  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills in a high-energy environment to manage multiple priorities 

Mariner Wealth Advisors is a top-ranked, national wealth advisory firm with locations across the United States. Our mission to put our clients first drives everything we do. 

We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work-life balance. 

Our compensation reflects the cost of talent across multiple US geographic markets. The base pay for this position across all US geographic markets ranges from $63,000.00/year to $108,000.00/year. Pay is based on a number of factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits.

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Barron’s Top RIA Firms: Barron’s awarded 2023 #4, 2022-2020 #5, 2019 #4, and 2018 #3 rankings to Mariner Wealth Advisors (MWA) based on data compiled for MWA and the 2017 #2 and 2016 #1 rankings to Mariner Holdings (MH) based upon data compiled for MH registered investment adviser subsidiaries. Rankings for 2016 – 2023 were published in September of each award year and were based on June 30th data, including annual figures for the previous three years. No fee was paid for participation in the rankings; however, MWA has paid a fee to use the ranking. The rankings are based on firm surveys, and filings with the regulatory databases were used to cross-check the data provided. The rankings are based on assets managed by the firms, technology spending, staff diversity, succession planning, and other metrics. The formula Barron’s uses to rank firms is proprietary. The number of firms included in the rankings was: 20 (2016), 30 (2017), 40 (2018), 50 (2019), and 100 (2020 – 2023). The ranking does not indicate future performance, and there is no guarantee of future success. For additional information, visit www.barrons.com.