Retirement Plan Wealth Advisor

Overview

The Retirement Plan Wealth Advisor is the primary fiduciary advisor for employer-sponsored retirement plans while building individual wealth relationships. This role combines technical expertise in plan administration and compliance with consultative relationship management, ensuring exceptional service to plan sponsors and participants.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in retirement plan administration or wealth management.
• Professional designations preferred: CFP, CRP, FIRS, CHFC, etc.
• Strong understanding of ERISA, fiduciary responsibilities, and investment principles.
• Ability to travel up to 30% to employer sites and regional offices.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

• Employer‑Sponsored Plan Management
  • Lead advisor for employer‑sponsored retirement plans (401(k), 403(b), etc.).
  • Partner with operations and third‑party administrators for accurate plan administration and compliance.
  • Provide plan design guidance, benchmarking, and regulatory updates to sponsors.
  • Conduct participant education sessions and retirement readiness consultations.
• Wealth Relationship Development
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with plan sponsors and participants.
  • Identify opportunities to deliver holistic wealth management solutions, including investment, trust, and estate planning.
  • Operate under fiduciary standards, prioritizing client best interests.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Maintain expertise in ERISA, fiduciary obligations, and retirement plan regulations.
  • Ensure adherence to State Bank Wealth Management policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in internal audits and compliance reviews.

• Consultative approach focused on client needs.
• Proficiency in retirement plan platforms and financial planning tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and sales skills.
• Proven management skills.
• Strong knowledge of current trust regulations and tax laws.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Coordinate and participate in client face‑to‑face meetings; monitor staff to exceed expectations.
• Provide staff with technical knowledge for employee benefit accounts and personal trust accounts.
• Develop operating procedures and programs to ensure efficiency and accuracy for employee benefits and trust accounting.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and reporting for client, tax, and management reports.
• Communicate procedures to department personnel and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Reconcile trust issues with internal personnel and coordinate departmental tasks for efficient operations.
• Report pertinent information to supervisors and maintain compliance with anti‑harassment and discrimination policies.

• Ability to ascend/descend stairs and move throughout office floors.
• Prolonged standing, sitting, or walking periods.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must assess and maintain accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.
• May be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level, Finance & Sales, Banking industry.

Fort Wayne, IN – Salary range: $50,000.00 – $80,000.00.

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