Senior Wealth Advisor

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Senior Wealth Advisor managing complex client relationships for a financial services firm. Delivering tax-aware wealth planning, business development, asset growth, and advisor mentorship.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeJohnson City • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced financial planning expertise, including retirement, investment, tax-aware strategies, and estate planning. Proven ability to manage complex client relationships, mentor advisors, and drive business development while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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CFP® CertificationAdvanced Financial PlanningWealth Management StrategiesClient Relationship ManagementBusiness Development

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Hard Skills

Financial Planning ToolsInvestment StrategiesTax-Aware PlanningRetirement PlanningEstate PlanningMultigenerational PlanningPortfolio ReviewRisk IdentificationClient RetentionAsset Growth

Soft Skills

LeadershipRelationship BuildingProfessionalismJudgmentCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsBusiness Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

CFP® CertificationFINRA Series 7FINRA Series 66Series 65Insurance Licenses

Industry Keywords

Wealth ManagementFinancial AdvisoryRegulatory ComplianceHigh-Net-Worth ClientsClient Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as lead advisor and primary relationship manager for high-value and complex client relationships
Deliver advanced financial planning across retirement, investments, tax-aware strategies, insurance, and estate considerations
Understand client goals, priorities, and financial circumstances to provide personalized planning guidance
Anticipate client needs and provide strategic guidance during life events, market transitions, and changing financial situations
Conduct client review meetings and update plans to keep them aligned with objectives and long-term goals
Maintain proactive engagement, responsiveness, professionalism, and client service across assigned relationships
Develop and maintain comprehensive financial plans using approved planning tools and firm resources
Address complex planning needs including retirement income, charitable giving, RMDs, and multigenerational planning
Review portfolio activity, financial plans, and client circumstances to identify risks and opportunities
Generate new client opportunities through referrals, centers of influence, networking, and community engagement
Convert prospective clients into long-term relationships
Support asset growth through retention, asset consolidation, and net new asset acquisition
Mentor and support less-experienced advisors
Collaborate with client service, tax, investment, trading, and operations teams
Lead client review preparation, execution, follow-up, and ongoing service requests
Coordinate account opening, documentation, and complex service requests
Maintain accurate CRM documentation, including notes, tasks, opportunities, and lead status
Follow firm workflows, service standards, operational procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements
Maintain current knowledge of market trends, financial planning strategies, and industry regulations
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, continuous learning, operational discipline, and compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced knowledge of financial planning, investment, and wealth management strategies
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, firm policies, and compliance standards
Strong leadership, influence, and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage complex client scenarios, competing priorities, and sensitive client situations with professionalism and sound judgment
Proficiency with financial planning tools, CRM systems, and business applications
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate in a team-based service model and support advisor mentorship
CFP® certification required
Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field or equivalent
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in wealth management or financial advisory roles
FINRA Series 7 and 66, or Series 65/63 combination, if dual registered
Series 65 for RIA-only registration
Insurance licenses (Life, Health, Long-Term Care), as applicable but preferred
Experience with high-net-worth and complex client relationships
Demonstrated success in business development, client retention, and asset growth
Existing professional referral relationships and centers of influence
Advanced tax-aware, retirement, estate, and multigenerational planning experience
Experience mentoring or supporting less-experienced advisors
Travel up to 50% when located outside the market, or up to 25% when located inside the market

Benefits

Comp & perks

Total annual target compensation of up to approximately $300,000, including base salary draw and variable target-based incentives if conditions are achieved
Required continuing education, training, and licensing requirements
Mentorship and support from a collaborative team environment
Participation in firm initiatives, educational events, and business development activities
Hybrid work arrangement