Senior Financial Advisor

Vanguard

Financial Advisor, Senior Associate responsible for building client relationships and providing investment guidance. Collaborating with internal teams at Vanguard to develop tailored investment solutions.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeMalvern • Arizona, North Carolina, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, maintain, and deepen relationships with clients by understanding their financial goals, priorities, and overall financial situation.
Identify client needs and collaborate with internal partners to develop and deliver appropriate investment and planning solutions.
Partner with sales executives and other stakeholders to support business development initiatives and the overall sales process.
Analyze client risk tolerance and provide guidance on asset allocation, savings strategies, and spending approaches aligned to client objectives.
Conduct regular portfolio reviews and prepare clear, client‑focused reports addressing performance, strategy, and ongoing advisory needs.
Implement wealth‑building and investment strategies consistent with Vanguard’s investment philosophy and established guidelines.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date client records while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, Vanguard methodologies, and investment policies.
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of Vanguard funds, products, and services in order to educate and guide clients effectively.
Stay informed on financial planning concepts, capital markets, and broader financial services industry trends.
Participate in special projects and contribute to process improvements that enhance the client experience.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required.
Minimum of two years of experience in client relationship management, customer service, or a related role; experience within the financial services industry preferred.
Progress toward completion of the CFP® certification strongly preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly and professionally.
Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
This position requires applicable regulatory licenses and/or registrations (e.g., FINRA, state, SFC), as determined by Compliance based on role‑specific duties.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

client relationship managementfinancial planningasset allocationsavings strategiesinvestment strategiesportfolio reviewsregulatory compliancefinancial analysisrisk tolerance assessmentprocess improvements

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsattention to detailcollaborationclient-focusedproblem-solvingorganizational skillsprofessionalismadaptabilitytime management

Certifications

CFP® certificationFINRA licensesstate licensesSFC registrations