Retirement Plan Counselor

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Posted Oct 30, 2026

Remote · US Full Time
Est. $65K – $85K/yr

Overview

This role is responsible for delivering on-site and virtual education and enrollment presentations to new and existing defined contribution 401(k)/(a), 403(b), and/or Government 457 plan participants across all plan sizes. The Retirement Plan Counselor uses technology and tools to help participants improve retirement outcomes. The position also supports the Relationship Management team by helping establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders within the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and facilitate communication and education strategies through one-on-one virtual and on-site group meetings using various technologies
  • Drive participants to take measurable actions to improve retirement outcomes, including:
    • plan enrollment
    • deferral increases
    • rollovers from previous plans
  • Achieve business results while facilitating impactful conversations and meeting service level agreements
  • Complete reporting requirements within required timeframes, including logging meetings, attendees, and outcomes in appropriate systems
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned key contacts, plan sponsor representatives, and internal stakeholders to maximize successful participant outcomes
  • Manage meeting schedules, including travel booking
  • Provide feedback to local relationship managers on the effectiveness of communication materials/strategies and help identify alternatives
  • Attend client meetings with other service team members
  • May be asked to participate in finals presentations for new prospects based on territory demands

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience considered in lieu of a degree
  • 2–4 years of relevant financial services experience
  • Strong presentation skills required
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams required
  • Strong relationship-building and territory management skills
  • FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 registrations required within established timelines
  • FINRA fingerprinting required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of Salesforce
  • Ability to calculate figures such as interest, proportions, percentages, and fractions
  • Strategic thinker who can work independently
  • Practical experience providing high-level, consultative client interactions
  • Basic knowledge of defined contribution plans

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00
  • Non-sales positions may participate in a bonus program.
  • Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan; total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
  • Paid time off upon hire, including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
  • Paid volunteer time: 16 hours per calendar year
  • Leave of absence programs, including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
  • Business-casual environment with the option to wear jeans
  • Business Resource Groups (BRGs) open to all
  • Equal opportunity employer; drug-free workplace

Additional Requirements (Work Authorization)

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.

Remote/Hybrid Requirements

For remote and hybrid positions, reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection is required, along with a suitable place in the home to work with limited disruption. Connectivity must be from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable, or DSL. Other necessary computer equipment will be provided. Work in the office may be required if the home work environment and required internet connection are not adequate.

Application Deadline

Job Posting End Date: 11-20-2026 at 12:01 am