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 Strategy Associate

  • Plano, TX
  • moments ago
  • Plano, TX
  • moments ago

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

Wealth Advisor Platform Senior Product Manager - FINRA

  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 hours ago

Bachelors degree in business, accounting, finance or banking or equivalent education and related training Five years of financial services, private banking, Brokerage or wealth management experience...

Associate Wealth Advisor

  • Sherbrooke, QC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sherbrooke, QC
  • 1 day ago

Support advisory team and clients through the wealth management process by gathering relevant information, documents, and questionnaires Prepare wealth and financial projections using wealth management...

Private Wealth Management Wealth Advisor

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago

unbiased, consultative advisory approaches and sound personal financial planning and financial advisory concepts....

Wealth Management Advisor II

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ensures service standards and metrics are met based on needs, segmentation, asset allocation, and risk management....

Wealth Advisor - Arrowhead Credit Union

  • CA
  • 2 days ago
  • CA
  • 2 days ago

LPL Financial collaborates with credit unions to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to their clients needs....

Wealth Advisor

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

planning, accounting, legal or other organization that provides relevant experience Series 65, CFP or CFA required Skills & Knowledge Wealth management experience with fee-based consulting, tax, mutual...

Wealth Management Advisor II

  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • 2 days ago

Ensures service standards and metrics are met based on needs, segmentation, asset allocation, and risk management....

Wealth Advisor

  • Madison, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, NJ
  • 2 days ago

planning, accounting, legal or other organization that provides relevant experience Series 65, CFP or CFA required Skills & Knowledge Wealth management experience with fee-based consulting, tax, mutual...

Commercial Asset Advisor

  • Salem, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 2 days ago

Services ****Work Experience**** Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree....

Associate Wealth Advisor, Schwab Wealth Advisory

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

You will have the opportunity to leverage your client service and wealth management expertise by providing customized financial planning, foundational portfolio needs, and complex client service issues...

services provider by proactively building member relationships to help meet their financial needs....

Wealth Advisor - Mechanics Bank

  • El Cerrito, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA
  • 3 days ago

LPL Financial collaborates with credit unions to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to their clients needs....

Wealth Advisor - Mechanics Bank

  • Reedley, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Reedley, CA
  • 3 days ago

LPL Financial collaborates with credit unions to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to their clients needs....

Wealth Advisor - Central New York

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago

Prospect for new business in the community and introduce them to Tompkins Financial services....

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
31.5%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
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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