Financial Advisor

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

The Financial Advisor is responsible for creating long-term value for an established and growing client base through a relationship-driven and needs-based approach. The Advisor leads discovery meetings, develops tailored financial strategies, and facilitates ongoing reviews to better understand client objectives, uncover or reposition assets, and provide comprehensive solutions spanning retirement, investment, insurance, and estate planning needs. Working closely with the internal client service/business team, the Advisor ensures all paperwork, account setup, and transactional activities are executed accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements and firm standards.

• Partner with the President to service, retain, and expand the firm’s existing book of business through a collaborative advisory model.
• Conduct or participate in client meetings (discovery, strategy review, close, etc.) to better understand investment objectives and retirement goals.
• Build and present financial plans and strategies that may include retirement planning, investment management, insurance/risk planning, tax-aware planning coordination, and estate planning coordination.
• Partner with the client service/business team to execute paperwork and service requests (account openings, transfers/rollovers, applications, beneficiary updates, custodial forms).
• Proactively troubleshoot paperwork issues, missing information, and processing delays by coordinating with custodians and internal team members.
• Maintain appropriate client records, meeting notes, disclosures, and audit-ready files in the CRM and associated financial planning systems.
• Conduct portfolio reviews to identify strategic planning opportunities that drive AUM growth through the discovery of new assets or repositioning of existing assets.
• Provide ongoing guidance to clients based on life events, market changes, and evolving financial priorities.
• Stay current on market conditions, industry trends, planning best practices, and product offerings.
• Conduct webinars to educate clients on product updates, retirement strategies, long-term care, and market insights.
• Attend and/or participate in educational workshops, client appreciation events, or industry-related events to support client engagement and ongoing professional development.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a Financial Advisor coming from a holistic or independent financial planning firm.
• Series 6 or 7 and Series 65 or 66 license, including State of Ohio Life & Health License, are required.
• CFP® or AIF® designation is highly preferred.
• Deep understanding of financial planning concepts (investments, annuities, retirement, estate, life insurance, & tax).
• Strong technical skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Docu Sign, Red Tail, and eMoney is required.
• Working knowledge of other industry related CRM systems, financial planning software, and portfolio management software is preferred (Salesforce, Wealthbox, Money Guide, Tamarac, Orion, etc.).
• Analytical, strategic, and numbers-driven with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts, assess risk, and analyze reports, transactional performance, and market trends to deliver informed recommendations.
• Highly adaptable with a strong commitment to learning and embracing proven processes and strategies that drive growth and scalability.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build trust, foster long-term relationships, and deliver outstanding service that creates meaningful and positive client experiences.
• Continuously demonstrates honesty and integrity, earning trust and confidence with ease.
• Possesses a strong business acumen, consistently making decisions that serve the best interests of the firm, its team, and its clients.
• Maintains the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical…