Senior Associate Financial Planner

Job Description

Working together, Mainspring Wealth Advisors, LLC is pleased to provide clients with comprehensive financial planning and personalized wealth management. Every individual’s strength and expertise are made stronger by the bonds of shared values. Throughout the office, respect is evident and care is taken to ensure that all voices are heard. 

As we evolve, we are seeking a Senior Associate Financial Planner who shares our vision and values. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is a team player, and enjoys serving both our clients and the community.

If this resonates with you, we invite you to apply today!

Responsibilities

• Partners with Financial Advisor to review clients’ current portfolio design, understand client goals, enter client data, and conduct financial analysis.
• Evaluates overall individual and employer-based retirement needs, researches various options, and recommends plans
• Researches and provides recommendations related to risk management concerns, including insurance.
• Designs and recommends a tailored financial analysis or comprehensive financial plan for clients and prospects that meet their short and long-term financial needs and goals.
• Prepares presentations that clearly communicate the recommendations and alternatives related to the client’s financial analysis and comprehensive plan design.
• Researches information as necessary on a case-by-case basis and writes customized financial plan observations and recommendations for each client 
• Prepares files for meetings with existing and new clients
• Prepares, coordinates and follows through on any needed communication with new or existing clients
• Continuously monitors clients’ financial situations with detail and accuracy, with the ability to understand their overall financial picture
• Responds to client questions by telephone, email and occasional personal visits.
• Educates clients on the functions of various securities markets and the principal factors that affect them.
• Provides guidance on estate planning options and techniques.
• Conducts research as needed related to assigned client cases, including but not limited to basic income tax questions and other legal issues requesting guidance when appropriate.
• May participate in client presentations.
• May open, transfer, and close customer accounts and maintain appropriate account records.
• May obtain and verify the client’s purchase and sale instructions, enter orders, and follow up on completion of transactions.
• Ensures firm and regulatory policies are followed within compliance standards
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field strongly preferred
• 2+ years of experience in the financial services industry with an emphasis on financial, retirement and estate planning

~or~

• An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training as approved by Human Resources

Licenses & Certifications

• SIE, Series 7, Series 63, 65 and/or 66 as required by state
• Certified Financial Planner OR Chartered Financial Consultant

Additional Information:

• This position is hybrid in Tukwila, WA

Mainspring Wealth Advisors, LLC and its employees are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James, not employees of Raymond James. The term “Raymond James” includes, but is not limited to, Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. (“RJFS”) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors. Inc. (“RJFSA”) as affiliates.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits link and benefits description below do not apply to this job posting because the hiring entity is a RJFS independent branch and all RJFS associates at this branch are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James. If you are offered a position by this RJFS branch, employment and benefits will solely be offered by the branch and not by Raymond James.

Education

Bachelor’s: Business Administration (Required), Bachelor’s: Finance (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 13 months to 3 years

Certifications

Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)

Salary Range

$80,168.40-$83,000.00

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave.  Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 
We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. 

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