We are seeking a Financial Planner who will serve an assigned high-net-worth client base. The Financial Planner will also develop ongoing working relationships with the client’s Financial Planning Consultant, and the client’s CPA on behalf of the client. This position will review each client’s financial situation, make appropriate observations and recommendations, and take ownership of the planning process on behalf of the client. The Financial Planner will be accountable for developing and maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of the client’s financial situation, identifying planning opportunities, and following through on implementation. May also work on behalf of prospects and assist in relationship development with new or prospective clients.
What will you do:
- Serve as the lead planner/project manager for an assigned client/prospect base.
- Coordinate with and take direction from the clients regarding planning needs, relationship development needs, and deliverable/solution development for clients and client meetings.
- Organize and lead the deliverable/solution creation as agreed upon with the financial advisor; this will include working with other areas as appropriate.
- Enter client data into financial planning software.
- Analyze the data for planning opportunities and recommendations.
- Develop and/or review and approve deliverables for client meetings, including (but not limited to):
- Balance Sheet / Net Worth Statement.
- Cash Flow Analysis (including social security recommendations).
- Income Tax Analysis.
- Other job duties as assigned.
What you need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college or university, and/or two to four years of related experience and/or training required.
- 4 years of related experience and/or training are required.
- Strong computer skills with MS Word, Excel, CRM Database, PowerPoint, Email and
- Internet usage.
- CFP is required.
- One or more of the following is preferred: CPA, CFA, or ChFC.
What is nice to have:
- Keying/typing, standing, walking.
- Sitting for an extended period.
- Constant mental and/or visual attention; the work is either repetitive or diversified requiring constant alertness in an office environment.
- The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during the normal performance of the job.
- Compliance with company attendance standards.
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is from $72,000 - $102,000 base, a competitive incentive-based bonus. Compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific office location. Compensation ranges may differ in differing locations due to cost of labor considerations.
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What we give you in return:
Not many teams can say that they support people’s dreams coming to life. We happen to do that every day. And as important as we know your career is, we recognize that there’s a whole lot more to life. To ensure that our employees can make the most of their time outside of working hours, we offer a competitive salary and for full-time roles, a benefits package including:
- Inclusive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship.
- Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are.
- 20+ days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 2 paid wellness days to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities.
- 401(k) savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years.
- Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and fostering.
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more.
- Paid caregiver leave to provide time away from work when caring for an ill or recovering family member.
- Additional benefits such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), identity theft protection (LifeLock), pet insurance, and other voluntary benefits to provide extra peace of mind
About Cetera
Cetera Financial Group® (Cetera) is a leading network of independent retail broker-dealers and registered investment advisers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families, and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions. Cetera is one of the largest independent financial advisor networks in the nation and a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions.
Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award-winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker-dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support, and innovative technology.
Cetera Financial Group (Cetera) is a network of independent retail firms, including those that are members of FINRA/SIPC: Cetera Advisors LLC; Cetera Wealth Services, LLC (formerly known as Cetera Advisor Networks); Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors); and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. Entities registered as investment advisers with the Securities and Exchange Commission include Cetera Investment Management LLC and Cetera Investment Advisers LLC. Cetera's principal office is located at 655 W. Broadway, 11th Floor, San Diego, CA 92101. Avantax Planning Partners, Inc. is an SEC registered investment adviser within the Aretec Group, Inc. (dba Cetera Holdings, an affiliate of Cetera). All the referenced entities are under common ownership.
Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business. Accordingly, all employment decisions at Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and/or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, U.S. military status, political affiliation, or any other class protected by state and/or federal law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university
- Four years of related experience and/or training
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, CRM databases, PowerPoint, email, and internet usage
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation
- Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation
Cetera Financial Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental‑health support, and optional pet insurance. Feedback suggests the breadth of coverage is a relative strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a sizable PTO allotment with paid holidays, a dedicated wellness day, and a paid volunteer day. Feedback suggests the time‑off package exceeds basic employer offerings.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with company match and access to one‑on‑one financial planning. Feedback suggests the retirement program can be competitive, though specifics may depend on role or plan.
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What We Do
Cetera Financial Group empowers the delivery of professional financial advice to individuals, families and company retirement plans across the country. We support independent and institutions-based advisors, tax professionals, and bank and credit union investment programs, ensuring they have the objective research, regulatory guidance, technology, tools and resources they need to help them and their clients pursue their dreams for the future. While our multiple distinct firms allow us to customize how we serve the needs of each advisor and investment program, all are united through our exclusive Advice-Centric Experience™, which makes the delivery of financial insight and advice more efficient, more transparent, and more human. Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), Cetera Financial Specialists LLC, and First Allied Securities, Inc. All firms are members FINRA / SIPC. Individuals affiliated with Cetera firms are either Registered Representatives who offer only brokerage services and receive transaction-based compensation (commissions), Investment Adviser Representatives who offer only investment advisory services and receive fees based on assets, or both Registered Representatives and Investment Adviser Representatives, who can offer both types of services






