Qualified Plan Specialist – Investment Advisor

In short, we are looking for the best! Whelan Financial has worked hard to establish a warm, client-centered culture, with a reputation for providing unprecedented service. This is a fast-paced firm! We need people who aren’t afraid of a challenge and are seeking a career as opposed to a job. As such, we must obtain and retain elite talent—those who have integrity, intelligence, and energy!

Our most successful team members go beyond the task at hand, they care deeply for both the client’s well-being and the betterment of the company. This is demonstrated by one’s ability to connect the “something” they’re doing to the “someone” they’re helping, all while improving upon services to clients and streamlining processes. We value the right internal make-up over a specific set of skills.

We care about our employees, their growth, their ideas, and overall well-being. In addition to a competitive benefits package, we have regular check-ins about career growth trajectories, and seek to stay ahead of our team and their needs.

Core responsibilities for this position, include but are not limited to:

• Face to face and phone interaction with clients
• Educating plan participants regarding their company retirement benefits
• Working with the advisory team to fulfill client services tasks
• Working directly with Third Party Administrators and Record Keepers
• Data entry and form completion
• Meeting prep and report generation
• Assisting with firm projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• Delightful personality with a warm demeanor
• Desire a career as an Investment Advisor and CFP® professional
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with a strength in public speaking
• The ability to manage involved projects
• Technologically proficient including Microsoft Suite
• 3-5 years’ work experience in financial services
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and health savings account
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life Insurance

The applicant should expect to work full-time. Salary will depend on experience and education and may range between $60k and $75k/annually. Salary is negotiable for a more established advisor with an existing client base. Investment advisors are eligible for a further incentive compensation which will be further outlined during the interview process. Applicants should be prepared to undergo background, drug and credit screenings at the appropriate time.