Executive Planning Consultant I - Remote

Overview

The Executive Planning Consultant (EPC) builds, maintains, and deepens relationships with executive and management leaders for Workplace benefit plan clients. In this role, you will use your wealth planning expertise and relationship management skills to co-create comprehensive wealth planning solutions tailored to each executive’s needs.

You will serve as a primary financial planning resource supporting executives who typically have $1 million or less in combined workplace and retail assets. Planning needs may include:

• College planning
• Savings goals
• Early retirement planning

You will partner with VP Executive Planning Consultants within a wealth management team to support executives’ advanced planning needs and collaborate with a cross-company group that includes Managing Director(s), Benefits Planning Consultants, Benefits Relationship Managers, and other Executive Services professionals.

Responsibilities

• Build and deepen relationships with executive clients and management leaders.
• Provide executive-focused wealth planning guidance and co-create solutions tailored to individual needs.
• Support advanced planning needs by partnering with internal wealth management leadership and teams.
• Apply expertise across brokerage, insurance, investment management, estate planning, financial planning, and retirement planning.
• Incorporate workplace benefits and plan provisions into the planning process to strengthen relationships and help grow the business.
• Introduce executives to a range of investment strategies while identifying opportunities to consolidate additional assets.
• Meet immediate and future planning needs by demonstrating strong financial planning skills and a deep understanding of available products.
• Deliver client-centered advice and guidance while incorporating planning, guidance, and service technology as appropriate.
• Present and communicate effectively in one-on-one and group settings.
• Assist executives while meeting complex regulatory obligations associated with required licensing.
• Develop an understanding of corporate culture and executive needs, including how benefit changes may affect financial well-being.
• Refer executives with higher asset levels or more sophisticated planning needs to advanced wealth management strategies as applicable.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.

Requirements

• Series 7 and 66 licenses required.
• Insurance license required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience working with executives and employee benefit plans.
• Demonstrated ability to understand clients’ unique financial situations and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional presentation skills in both one-on-one and group settings.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to influence executive decision-making.
• Effective practice management and execution skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CFP (Certified Financial Planner) designation encouraged.
• CEP (Certified Equity Professional) designation encouraged.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $79,000–153,000 USD per year.
• Placement within the range varies based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
• Base salary is only part of the total compensation package; depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may include bonus or other variable compensation.

Benefits may include:

• Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support
• Market-leading retirement
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Charitable giving employee match program
• Educational assistance, including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources

Note: The application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

Location & Working Model

The employer is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles.

• Some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence.
• Other roles may require less onsite presence.
• Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues.
• This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.

Additional Information

• Immigration sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
• The organization’s business is governed by the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, and numerous state laws governing securities, investment, and retirement-related financial activities, including rules and regulations of self-regulatory organizations such as FINRA.
• Those laws and regulations may restrict hiring or association with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.

Certifications

• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) – Issuing Authority, Series 07 – FINRA, Series 66 – FINRA