Why Work at Mercer Advisors?
For more than 40 years, Mercer Advisors has been helping families amplify and simplify their financial lives by integrating financial planning, investment management, business management, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. We deliver the kind of comprehensive care once reserved for only the wealthiest households.
Today, we serve over 31,300 families across 90+ cities across the U.S. Ranked the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron’s for two consecutive years, Mercer Advisors is an independent fiduciary legally bound to act in our clients’ best interests — always.*
Mercer Advisors offers a workplace that stands apart in the financial industry. More than half of our employees and client-facing professionals are women, reflecting the clients we serve. With a flexible, national footprint, we build our teams around exceptional talent — wherever they are.
Join us and help families amplify and simplify their financial lives with confidence.
* Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets. The Barron’s top RIA ranking is based on a combination of metrics – including size, growth, service quality, technology, succession planning and others. No fee was paid for participation in the ranking, however, Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron’s to use the ranking in marketing. Please see important information about the ranking criteria methodology here.
Job Summary:
The Partner, Sr. Wealth Advisor works in a client-focused, team-centered environment to support the team’s region-wide business development and client service efforts. The Partner, Sr. Wealth Advisor focuses on an established base of clients and organically growing their practice through referrals, while leveraging a unified in-house team of experts to help clients achieve their financial goals.
Unlike other firms, Mercer has a dedicated Sales team allowing our advisors can focus exclusively on their clients. Our advisors are client-focused fiduciaries who take pride in utilizing their advanced knowledge of financial planning and investments and their superior relationship skills to diagnose the needs of clients and propose solutions that fit each client's unique scenario. They are supported by a sophisticated technology platform and a team of experts in portfolio management, financial planning, tax, estate planning, and more.
Essential Job Functions for this role include:
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of Wealth Advisors, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Demonstrate a clear, engaging leadership style that communicates vision and inspires team success.
- Drive cultural integration of acquired wealth management practices, ensuring alignment with Mercer’s values and standards.
- Contribute to regional and enterprise leadership through active participation in committees and strategic initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to affluent clients, identifying financial goals, analyzing complex financial landscapes, and delivering tailored recommendations.
- Communicate sophisticated financial strategies with clarity, leveraging strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Ensure client retention through meaningful, long-term relationships and implementation of comprehensive financial solutions.
- Utilize Mercer’s full suite of services—including tax, estate planning, and insurance—to deliver holistic wealth management.
- Maintain strict adherence to compliance and regulatory standards, upholding Mercer’s commitment to client care.
- Act as a fiduciary, prioritizing client interests and outcomes in every decision.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (preferably in Business, Economics, Accounting, or Finance); Master’s degree a plus.
Experience
- 5–15 years of relevant experience in roles such as Independent Advisor, Registered Representative, Securities Portfolio Manager, Financial Planner, or Certified Public Accountant.
- Extensive experience in building relationships, mentoring, and managing Wealth Advisors, including:
- Guiding advisors to achieve their potential.
- Fostering a collaborative culture.
- Evaluating performance and recruiting talent.
- Ensuring clear, consistent communication.
- 3–5 years in a lead Advisor role or managing Advisor teams preferred.
Certifications & Licenses
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation required.
Acceptable alternatives: Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Investment Consultant (CIC). - Series 65 license required (or qualifying exemption based on designation and state requirements).
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced knowledge of financial products, planning concepts, and industry trends.
- Strong communication and presentation skills; able to explain complex investment, tax, and planning strategies clearly.
- Deep understanding of economic trends and their impact on clients and the firm.
- Proficiency with financial planning software.
- Proven leadership in training, coaching, and mentoring junior employees; drives planner development and seeks new leadership opportunities.
- Ability to identify process improvements and propose solutions.
- Sales aptitude and experience preferred.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a positive, growth-oriented attitude.
- Strong understanding of Mercer’s investment strategies and ISG; capable of asset allocation and portfolio analysis.
- Comprehensive knowledge of compliance requirements.
- Ability to travel up to 50% for client meetings, training, and company events.
Work Schedule:
This professional role requires availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Working Conditions:
Hybrid Schedule with a combination of remote and office work in a professional office environment, daytime hours, working inside, standing, and sitting, will be assigned to a workstation, no heavy lifting over 20 lbs.
The annualized base salary range for this role is based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skillset, and geographic location where work is performed. In addition to base salary, this position is also eligible to earn an annual bonus and other incentive compensation.
This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- 401(k) contributions
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Additional benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being
Benefits:
Mercer Advisors offers a competitive and robust benefit package to our employees. Our benefit programs are focused on meeting all of our employees and their eligible dependents health and welfare needs. We offer the following:
- Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Life & AD&D; Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Three Cigna medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan.
- Kaiser Medical plans available in California
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan.
- Two comprehensive Dental Plans
- Vision Insurance Plan
- Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care.
- 14 Company Paid Holidays including a full week off at Thanksgiving.
- Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Family Medical Leave
- Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
- Maternity benefits utilizing company paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (8 weeks) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time.
- Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
- Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life’s challenges and more.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match as well as an after-tax option
- Pet Insurance
- Personalized financial planning and guidance from Mercer Advisors professionals, offered at preferred employee pricing
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (preferably Business, Economics, Accounting or Finance related)
- Master's degree
- Fifteen plus years of job-related experience
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation
- Additional certifications like ChFC, PFS, CFA, CIC or Series 65 considered
- 15+ years of building relationships and managing wealth advisors
- Direct experience as an advisor closing, onboarding and serving higher AUM clients
- Strong knowledge of investment, finance, insurance, and tax planning concepts
- Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Salesforce and financial planning software preferred
What We Do
Established in 1985, Mercer Advisors is a total wealth management firm dedicated to providing clients with financial clarity, investment insight, and long-term collaborative partnerships. Our comprehensive suite of services includes financial planning, investment management, asset protection and risk management, estate, tax, and legacy planning, retirement plan design and administration, and family wealth office services. These services are delivered holistically, rooted in the latest academic and industry findings, customized to the specific needs of each client, and delivered with a fiduciary standard of care. Our mission is to help people lead fulfilling lives by providing objective, timely advice within the context of their unique dreams and desires.
