Senior Wealth Advisor
Hopwood Financial is an independent, fee-only financial planning and investment management firm that has been deeply rooted in the Northern Virgina area for over 20 years. With nearly $700 million in assets under management, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in our clients’ lives through compassion and striving to go above and beyond their expectations. We know an environment like ours is built from within, so we foster a supportive and team-oriented culture and emphasize strong collaboration and communication. Our team genuinely likes and cares for one another, and we are always willing to support each other to create an exceptional experience for our clients and one another. We offer a well-defined career path with clear opportunities for advancement, ensuring that every employee has the resources and support to succeed.
Position Overview: Senior Wealth Advisors are the most experienced advisors in the firm and are responsible for managing existing high value client relationships, formulating and implementing advice, as well as developing new business. Senior Wealth Advisors are proactive, forward thinkers and natural problem solvers. Advisors work with technical specialists to develop recommendations within a given area of expertise and support staff to ensure client advice and experience is delivered at a high level. This position will take over top-tier clients within 18 months and may also train and supervise other staff in client service delivery. A Senior Wealth Advisor shows an interest in the long-term growth of the firm and will have the opportunity to become an owner in the firm.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide objective, unbiased financial advice to a diverse mix of clients by analyzing financial planning and investment opportunities based on a client’s unique circumstances.
- Client relationship development and management: Must develop deep, long-term relationships with clients to understand their current circumstances and future goals, needs, and opportunities.
- Business development: Identify, cultivate, and track new opportunities for the firm. Source prospective clients by capitalizing on networking and referrals; onboard new client relationships.
- Coordinate with support staff to prepare for client meetings: Review all required paperwork and reports prior to meetings.
- Oversee the client experience: Ensure clients receive a holistic wealth management deliverable. Coordinate both their financial planning (e.g. balance sheet, income projections, estate planning, tax reviews, insurance reviews, etc.) and investment management (e.g. asset allocation, investment selection, rebalancing, etc.) needs with various departments and third parties as needed.
- Develop and maintain the culture of the firm. Inspire others every day.
- Participate in community outreach, networking, and marketing activities to drive new business.
- Be actively involved in client and prospect events.
- Train and supervise other staff in delivering an unmatched client experience.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in investment management and/or financial advisory services with demonstrated ability to develop and manage plans and manage client relationships
- CFP® designation (required) and Series 65 license (required)
- Financial planning/wealth management acumen, judgment, and experience
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Self-starter with a client-first attitude
- A team player with strong leadership skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic, small company environment
- Uphold firm’s purpose, vision and values
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with various financial planning, CRM, portfolio management, and document management software
Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus, commensurate with experience.
- Benefits include health and dental insurance, long-term disability, 401(k) plan with match, PTO, paid holidays and possibility of discretionary profit sharing.
- Potential of partial and/or full financial support for relevant professional accreditation/continuing education requirements and other professional/leadership development opportunities.
- Hybrid work schedule after fully onboarded with majority of the time in the office.
If interested in this position, please e-mail your resume to Stacy Hopwood at stacy@hopwoodfinancial.com.
Hopwood Financial Services
www.hopwoodfinancial.com