Personal Financial Advisor Jobs

A Personal Financial Advisor is a vital professional within the finance industry, providing financial advice to clients on topics including investments, tax laws, and insurance decisions. They help clients plan for short and long-term goals, such as meeting education expenses and saving for retirement. They research investment opportunities, stay current with economic trends, and meet with clients to review financial goals. Personal Financial Advisors also help clients manage debt, plan their estate, and maximize their savings.

Important skills for a Personal Financial Advisor include strong analytical ability, excellent interpersonal and sales skills, and a keen attention to detail. They need to be licensed through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), and while not required, many advisors also obtain the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification to enhance their professional standing. Those interested in this profession often start in related fields such as investment banking, insurance sales, or financial auditing. Prior roles that can lead to a Personal Financial Advisor position include Financial Analyst, Accountant, and Insurance Sales Agent.

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Senior Wealth Advisor

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 2 hours ago

strategies to help them achieve their wealth management goals Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of investment plans and deliver exceptional client service Stay up-to-date...

Wealth Advisor - PNCI

  • PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • PA
  • 7 hours ago

Establishes individual financial plans based on client financial needs and objectives. Monitors financial plans and recommends changes as needed....

Private Wealth Advisor III or IV

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 8 hours ago

They follow a disciplined process rooted in financial planning: 1) Understand clients' priorities; 2) Assess current state; and 3) Leverage PWM team....

Wealth Management Advisor-Baltimore, MD

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 hours ago

Financial Planner (CFP) - Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards preferred Or Chartered Financial Analyst - Level I - Chartered Financial Analyst Institute ; If you do not have the CFP or CFA...

Wealth Management Advisor

  • Sainte Marie, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sainte Marie, IL
  • 9 hours ago

As a wealth management advisor, you're responsible for developing and maintaining lasting and trusting business relationships with members and clients, to ensure they're satisfied....

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 10 hours ago

Your role Are you skilled at developing wealth management strategies? Does financial data excite you?...

Wealth Advisor - PNCI

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 10 hours ago

Establishes individual financial plans based on client financial needs and objectives. Monitors financial plans and recommends changes as needed....

Wealth Management Advisor - St. Louis, MO

  • Creve Coeur, MO
  • 10 hours ago
  • Creve Coeur, MO
  • 10 hours ago

At Wealth Management from U.S. Bank and U.S....

Wealth Management Advisor - Ballard, WA

  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description The Wealth Management Advisor (WMA) position is the investment planning and investment and insurance products lead on the Wealth Management Team....

Private Wealth Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Assist Private Bankers in performing financial planning analyses. Collaborate closely with Tax and Financial Planning team....

Regional Wealth Management Consultant

  • United, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • United, PA
  • 22 hours ago

Travel of 40-50% is expected, reporting to the Director of Wealth Management Consulting....

Legal Wealth Advisor II (Houston or Dallas)

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Solid understanding of wealth management and financial planning considerations for high net worth individuals and wealth families. 9....

Medical Wealth Advisor II (Houston or Dallas)

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Basic wealth management knowledge 8. Excellent and proven oral, written and group presentations skills 9....

Fifth Third Wealth Advisors Managing Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Minimum of 10 years' experience in financial services, with progressive assignments, including being responsible for a defined book of business, pipeline...

Wealth Advisor, Schwab Wealth Advisory

  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago

plans and portfolios for clientsFive or more years in the financial services industry working directly with clientsPreferred QualificationsCFP or CFA Superior relationship management and client retention...

Personal Financial Advisor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Personal Financial Planning
Understand how financial planning impacts your personal wealth over a lifetime. This course develops your ability to work with income statements, balance sheets, budgets, and taxes to achieve your...
Financial Advisor Training
Financial Advisor Training Overview Financial advisors make every effort to help clients manage money efficiently. As a financial advisor, youll educate your clients on investments, taxes, savings...
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Salary for Personal Financial Advisor Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFinance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Financial Advisor positions.



Highest Education Level

Personal Financial Advisors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
52.5%
Master's Degree
31.4%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Personal Financial Advisors
2-4 years
39.1%
4-6 years
21.7%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
13.0%
Less than 1 year
8.7%


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