Associate Wealth Advisor, Regis; UHNW

Associate Wealth Advisor (Pacific Time Zone)

Arizona;
Scottsdale;
Seattle;
Washington

The Associate Wealth Advisor focuses on deepening relationships with an established base of clients and organically growing their practice through referrals, while leveraging our unified in‑house team of experts to help clients achieve their financial goals. The role supports a Senior Wealth Advisor and an existing book of business and is designed to be developmental for the Associate while providing leverage to the Senior Wealth Advisor.

• Anticipates the Senior Advisor’s needs, manages pre‑ and post‑meeting deliverables, and helps to prioritize workflow to maximize the Senior Advisor’s capacity for client growth.
• Prepares for, participates in, and follows up after client meetings to ensure a seamless, high‑touch client experience.
• Participates in the development of financial solutions for clients, utilizing interpersonal communication and relationship building skills to gather information and share results with clients as needed.
• Understands and deploys Mercer’s broad set of solutions including tax, estate planning, insurance, and more to provide a comprehensive offering to our clients.
• Actively builds technical, relational, and advisor capabilities with the expectation of increased client ownership (in coordination with the Senior Wealth Advisor) and responsibility over time.
• Ensures adherence to compliance and regulatory policies as well as company standards of client care.
• Acts as a fiduciary, placing client interests and outcomes first.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (preferably Business, Economics, Accounting or Finance related);
  Master's degree a plus

• At least 5 years of job‑related experience (Independent Advisor, Registered Representative, Securities Portfolio Manager, Financial Planner, Certified Public Accountant)

• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation required. In lieu of the CFP, the following certifications may be acceptable:
  Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Investment Consultant (CIC).
• Series 65 required, unless any of the above designations qualify for an exemption in the applicable state(s).
• Advanced knowledge of the industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts.
• Superior communication skills, with the ability to effectively present investment, finance, and tax planning solutions to clients.
• Advanced knowledge of the economic landscape/general understanding of impact on the Firm and clients.
• Expert at collaboration and willing to help others.
• Sales aptitude and experience is preferred.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and growth‑mindset, with a positive attitude that contributes to a positive work environment.
• Strong core understanding of our investments and ISG, along with the ability to perform asset allocation and analysis for portfolio reviews.
• Comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as required for client meetings, company training, etc.

This is a Hybrid position with a strong preference for candidates to be located in Seattle, WA or Scottsdale, AZ.

Business hours Monday through Friday. Will occasionally be expected to adjust work schedule to mirror that of the Senior Wealth Advisor to effectively serve client’s needs.

Hybrid schedule with a combination of remote and office work in a professional office environment. Working inside. Standing and sitting.

$97,750 - $115,000 USD

• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life & AD&D;
  Short‑Term Disability;
  Accident;
  Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Three Cigna medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co‑Pay medical plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan.
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent…