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., we operate as a registered investment advisor (RIA).
Your Future Team
As a Wealth Advisor, you will be a trusted partner to high-net-worth individuals and families, helping them navigate complex financial decisions and achieve their long-term goals. Working collaboratively with an experienced team of advisors and client service professionals, you will lead client relationships, deliver comprehensive financial planning, and provide customized wealth management solutions. You will report to senior leadership and contributes to client retention, business development, and the growth of the practice.
Ability to work from either our Chicago or Oak Brook office and travel between locations as needed to support client meetings
What You'll Do
The Wealth Advisor serves as the primary relationship manager for clients, providing holistic financial guidance and delivering exceptional client experience.
- Build trusted relationships with high-net-worth individuals, families, executives, and business owners
- Develop and deliver comprehensive financial plans covering retirement, investment, tax, estate, risk management, and cash flow planning
- Lead client meetings and present tailored wealth management strategies aligned with client goals
- Manage client investment portfolios, making recommendations based on investment goals, risk tolerance, and market conditions
- Coordinate with attorneys, accountants, and other professional advisors to implement integrated planning strategies
- Identify opportunities to deepen existing client relationships through additional planning and advisory services
- Create new business through referrals, networking, centers of influence, and prospect meetings
- Stay informed on industry trends, market developments, and regulatory requirements helping clients
- Ensure all client activities and recommendations comply with firm policies and regulatory standards
- Mentor and collaborate with Associate Wealth Advisors and support team members to deliver outstanding client experience
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in wealth management, financial planning, investment advisory, or financial services
- CFP®, CFA®, CPA, or other relevant professional designations
- Demonstrated experience growing client relationships
- Knowledge of investment management, retirement planning, tax strategies, estate planning, and risk management concepts
- Experience developing comprehensive financial planning recommendations and communicating them
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and relationship management skills
- Strong business development and networking skills with a client first mindset
- Proficiency with financial planning software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
- FINRA Series 65 license or equivalent registration required, or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe
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
- In-office three days a week and work from home two days a week
- Base salary of $90,000-$120,000 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in wealth management, financial planning, investment advisory, or financial services
- CFP, CFA, CPA, or another relevant professional designation
- Demonstrated experience growing client relationships
- Knowledge of investment management, retirement planning, tax strategies, estate planning, and risk management concepts
- Experience developing and communicating comprehensive financial planning recommendations
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and relationship management skills
- Strong business development and networking skills with a client-first mindset
- Proficiency with financial planning software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
- FINRA Series 65 license or equivalent registration, or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe
What We Do
Hightower is a Chicago-based registered investment advisor and wealth management firm. It provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, alongside 401(k) consulting and cash-management services for corporations. Its capital solutions, operational support and scale help independent-minded wealth advisors grow their practices and help clients achieve their financial vision, with advisors across the United States.
