Business Development Associate

Your Future Team

Smith Anglin Financial is an airline-focused wealth management practice based in Dallas, Texas. With $2B+ under management as of September 2025, we focus our efforts on serving pilots who fly for the major airlines, both those who are in need of guidance with retirement decisions as well as early career pilots who are building their retirement portfolio. We help individuals and families make informed financial and tax decisions triggered by their unique life events with an emphasis on proactive goal setting.

Our team of approximately 34 professionals is committed to delivering reliable, client-focused wealth management and tax services tailored to the needs of high-net-worth individuals. Professionalism, integrity, and excellent customer service are key components of our team environment and culture.

What You'll Do

• Execute and collaborate on strategic outreach plans targeting pilots, airline employees, and aviation executives
• Follow the Smith Anglin Sales process including warm introduction calls to prospective clients
• Track and analyze business development metrics to refine strategies and report progress
• Build and maintain relationships with aviation professionals
• Create customized financial plans based on a prospective client's financial profile
• Present the prepared financial plan along with our comprehensive wealth management solutions to prospective clients in person or on virtual calls
• Collaborate with financial advisors to onboard new clients and ensure a seamless transition into the practice
• Maintain knowledge of aviation compensation structures, retirement plans and industry trends
• Occasionally travel to meet with prospective clients across the united States

What You'll Bring

• A proven track record in business development and 3+ years of sales experience including warm calling, and in person presentations
• Good verbal communication and strong relationship-building skills
• Self-starter with a strategic mindset and a passion for growth
• Organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
• Understanding of financial markets and investment strategies preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of financial products and services preferred but not required
• Applicable licenses and certifications (e.g., CFP, CFA) are a plus but not required
• A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards to align with our fiduciary duty
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field preferred

What We Offer

• Coverage on the first day of employment for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (16 weeks for primary caregiver and 8 weeks for secondary caregiver)
• 401k matching plan
• HSA employer contributions
• Student loan assistance
• Pet insurance

Our Story

Founded in 2008, Hightower is a wealth management firm that provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, as well as 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations. Hightower's capital solutions, operational support services, size and scale empower its vibrant community of independent-minded wealth advisors to grow their businesses and help their clients achieve their financial vision. Based in Chicago with advisors across the U.S., the firm operates as a registered investment advisor (RIA). 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Hightower is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.