The Associate Advisor supports the financial planning team by preparing financial plans, conducting research, and assisting in client meetings. They will shadow senior advisors to gain expertise and help implement strategies for existing clients.
Requirements overview
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field and possess a Series 65, 7/66, or ChFC license. Applicants should be self-starters with strong communication skills and be actively pursuing the CFP designation.
With our comprehensive approach to wealth management, you receive unparalleled access to our wide range of fiduciary financial experts whose primary motivation is to serve you, not sell you. It's a client-centric philosophy that also recognizes your money deserves every edge it can get—from investments and tax planning to insurance, estate planning, and more. By harnessing industry-leading tools and resources, our advanced solutions are designed to optimize and maximize all aspects of your wealth—now and in the future.
Complete. Personalized. Aligned.
We call this the Allworth Advantage. And it's the advantage every modern investor needs.
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Description
About Allworth Financial
Allworth Financial (www.allworthfinancial.com) is an independent investment advisory firm providing full-context wealth planning solutions. The firm brings together investment, tax, retirement, estate, and other financial considerations to help clients evaluate decisions in the context of their whole financial lives.
Founded in Sacramento, California, in 1993, Allworth Financial is a high-growth, private equity-backed, multibranch registered investment adviser. Allworth is primarily a fee-based fiduciary advisory firm that emphasizes client well-being and education. The firm continues to expand through acquisitions and organic growth.
Allworth is a great place to work and build a career. The firm ranks among the top 15 on Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firms list, has a historical client retention rate of 97%, and is a National Business Research Institute (NBRI) Circle of Excellence Award winner. Learn more at AllworthFinancial.com.
SUMMARY:
The Associate Advisor plays a key role on our centralized planning team, partnering closely with our Financial Advisors to deliver an exceptional service and advice experience to Allworth’s on-plan asset management clients. This role is designed for individuals who are committed to becoming future lead advisors and who want to build deep technical planning expertise, strengthen client-facing skills, and gain hands-on exposure to the full Allworth operating model.
As an Associate Advisor, you will support the end-to-end planning process — from preparing and refining financial plans, to conducting research and case analysis, to participating in client meetings and follow-up. You will collaborate across departments, develop a strong understanding of our integrated service model, and play an important role in ensuring clients feel informed, cared for, and confident in their financial future.
This is an in-office position with a salary range of $70,000–$72,000 annually, commensurate with experience. The role includes structured professional development and support in pursuing the CFP® designation as part of your long-term career path within Allworth.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shadows Financial Advisor future and existing client appointments to gain valuable training.
Creates and helps implement financial plans for existing clients.
Performs various tasks and research relating to casework for our clients.
Assists with future and existing client communication
Shadows various departments of Allworth Financial to obtain knowledge of how our business model functions.
Attends company events, including workshops and seminars.
Takes appropriate steps to obtain the CFP® designation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
BS/BA in Business Finance, Economics, or related field
Has obtained their 65, 7/66 or ChFC
In pursuit of CFP® designation
Self-starter, with the ability to work independently
Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrates ability to learn related financial and office programs and systems
BENEFITS
We value our associates’ time and effort. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive base pay and an extensive benefits package, including:
Medical: Blue Shield (PPOs and HDHP with HSA) plans and Kaiser (HMO) plans for California associates
Dental insurance with MetLife
Vision insurance with VSP
Optional supplemental benefits
Healthcare savings accounts with company contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible working arrangements
Generous 401K contributions
Exempt associates qualify for our flexible paid time off policy
Non-Exempt associates will receive 15 days of paid time off annually during the first three years of employment
11 Paid Holidays
Option to participate in our Equity Purchase Program (Contract, intern, and part-time employees are not eligible)
Future growth opportunities within the company
In addition, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our associates, where people can learn and grow with the firm. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.
Benefits are available to full-time associates who work more than 30 hours a week.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. Typical reporting relationships are described, but actual relationships may vary in some instances. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or knowledge required of personnel classified in this job.
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