Junior Associate Financial Advisor

Empirical Wealth Management is an independent, employee-owned registered investment advisory firm managing approximately $10 billion in assets. With offices across the country, we provide comprehensive wealth management services through evidence-based investing, financial planning, tax strategies, and a collaborative, team-based approach.

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Junior Associate Financial Advisor (Jr. AFA) to join our growing team. This entry-level role combines exceptional client service, operational support, and financial planning while providing hands‑on experience and mentorship from experienced financial advisors.

As skills develop, the Jr. AFA will take on increasing responsibility in client relationships, financial planning, and advisory activities, building a foundation for a long-term career as a Financial Advisor.

This role is intended for someone that wants to grow into being a Financial Advisor. Empirical is committed to developing the next generation of financial advisors through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and a structured career path:

• Serve as a primary contact for client service requests, ensuring timely, accurate follow-through.
• Monitor account activity, resolve client inquiries, and support new client onboarding.
• Build trusted relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

• Assist with creating and maintaining financial plans using Money Guide Pro .
• Gather and analyze client information and develop knowledge of retirement, tax, estate, and insurance planning.
• Prepare client meeting materials, document discussions, and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Support advisors in developing financial planning recommendations.

• Prepare client paperwork and maintain accurate records in Salesforce, Schwab Advisor Center, and other systems.
• Coordinate client meetings, scheduling, and advisor calendars.
• Collaborate across advisory teams to ensure seamless client service.
• Support office operations, client events, and front desk coverage as needed.
• Follow firm policies, regulatory requirements, and confidentiality standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience; prior financial services experience is not required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and commitment to client service.
• Intellectual curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for learning.

• Obtain the Series 65 license within the first six months of employment.
• Begin CFP education coursework
• Obtain Notary Public certification

• Competitive Salary + Bonus ($65,000 – 75,000)
• Benefits:
  Medical, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance for employees are 100% paid for by the company
• 401(k) Plan withmatch

We believe that each employee is a valuable contributor to the overall effectiveness of the firm. The sharing of concepts and ideas is paramount to the growth of each employee, so we believe in cultivating an environment that promotes collaborative development. Our employees are passionate about the work they do and want to inspire that work ethic into those around them.

We are a hard-working, high performance, no-excuse team of professionals who together want to take charge of our careers alongside the opportunity that Empirical offers.