Associate Wealth Advisor

3 days ago

Knoxville, United States CogentBlue Wealth Full time

ABOUT US

We believe that real financial success is built on trust, experience, and meaningful relationships. While many in the industry lean on algorithms and product-driven solutions, we focus on getting to know our clients personally so we can guide them through their financial journey with care and understanding. It's this human connection that drives everything we do.

 

Managing over $600M in assets for 125 clients worldwide, we act as their Private CFO, providing tax-smart planning and investing strategies to help them retain more of what they earn for the long term. Our clients are down-to-earth people who’ve built their wealth through hard work and smart choices, and they value responsible stewardship over unnecessary risk or excess consumption. Our goal is simple: to help them hold on to more of what they’ve earned, so they can enjoy lasting financial security.

 

Based in the Southeast, our team takes pride in upholding quality and trust. We believe in enjoying our work, approaching it wholeheartedly, and fostering mutual support. We're on a trajectory of significant growth and are eager to welcome candidates who can contribute their experience and expertise with an open mind.

 

We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you possess the skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.


ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an Associate Advisor eager to advance your career and become a CFP®? We’re looking for a motivated individual who is starting their CFP® studies or has passed the exam and is working toward their credential. This role offers exceptional learning opportunities while collaborating with a small but dynamic advisory team. You'll focus on data gathering and analysis, develop financial planning recommendations, and implement portfolio management strategies, all while providing excellent client service and support as you grow into a lead role on assigned client relationships.


We value a team player with a proactive attitude who is willing to dig in and contribute to our clients' success. If you have experience supporting clients and advisors, we’d love for you to apply Strong communication skills and a passion for helping clients succeed are essential—come join us and help shape our clients' financial futures


Areas of Responsibility:

  • Client relationship management for clients, including ongoing and regular client contact and communication and engagement in client meetings.
  • Client service, including client meeting preparation, portfolio changes and reviews, information data gathering, implementation of recommendations, account service and maintenance, and reporting.
  • Support new client onboarding by gathering data, following up on documents, and supporting account opening processes while tracking tasks in the CRM to ensure timely completion.
  • Comprehensive financial planning including coordination of asset management, estate planning, and risk management.
  • Client asset management, including coordination of complete financial planning and wealth management (analysis, estate planning, tax strategies for assets under management, and portfolio management).
  • Client and team meetings, as required; special projects, as appropriate; backup for client service operations.
  • Periodic service as a member of the Investment Committee and Financial Planning Committee.


Qualities of our ideal candidate:

  • 3+ years of experience in financial services or a related program; we encourage both early candidates and those with the ambition to pursue or who are currently on track to obtain CFP® certification within three years to apply.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; emphasis in Financial Planning preferred.
  • Series 65 is preferred and required within the first year of employment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to make sound decisions based on data and experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong listening skills.
  • Passion for helping people, taking pride in guiding them through their financial issues and finding the best solutions to meet their needs.
  • Team player mentality; enjoys collaboration and believes in the power of consensus for better decisions.
  • Consistent follow-through on projects, with the ability to coordinate, prioritize, and effectively manage changing tasks and priorities.
  • Motivation and drive, volunteering for new challenges, and demonstrating commitment to personal and professional growth.
  • Understanding of and adherence to relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.
  • Excels at learning new technology, has mastered Microsoft platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook), and experience with core platforms such as Fidelity, TD/Schwab, Redtail, E-Money, Tolerisk, and Holistiplan is a plus.


Benefits

The Associate Advisor role is a full-time, W-2 position with total compensation ranging from $75K to $90K, based on experience and credentials. Candidates who are licensed or have passed the CFP® exam and are completing their required hours will be considered for compensation at the higher end of this range. Additional benefits include a medical allowance, a cash balance plan and 401(k) with profit sharing, wellness initiatives, paid and volunteer time off, and ongoing growth opportunities.

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