Sr. Family Office Financial Planner

Organization

RWA Wealth Partners is a boutique wealth management firm that provides customized solutions designed to help clients grow and protect their wealth so they can pursue a rewarding lifestyle, realize their goals, and create a legacy for generations. 

Our team of professionals operates from six offices across the nation, serving over 6,000 clients and managing over $20 billion in assets. 

We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of our while being part of a collaborative and innovative team. If you are ready to elevate your career in a dynamic environment that values respect, teamwork and personal growth, consider joining us at RWA Wealth Partners.

Role Overview

The Sr. Family Office Financial Planner will have a well-developed understanding of the wealth management industry and will have a passion for financial planning, client engagement and high touch client service. They will be a member of the RWA Family Office Financial Planning team, advising clients with net worths in excess of $10,000,000 on all aspects of financial planning and supporting the team in preparing financial projections, implementing financial plans, addressing client needs, and maintaining client relationships. The Family Office Financial Planner is expected to lead, understand and deal with complex family dynamics, intricate estate plans, and to advise on multigenerational planning issues.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The Family Office Financial Planner will lead clients with planning and analysis in areas including, but not limited to, income taxes, insurance, equity compensation, trust and estate planning, Social Security, Medicare, retirement planning, educational funding, and investment planning.
• Anticipate client planning needs, recognize challenges, and provide swift, efficient solutions.
• Demonstrate our value through understanding our investment platform, having a deep understanding and utilization of our financial planning tools, and utilizing the wealth services (estate planning review and tax preparation) offered by the firm. Work with, and when appropriate, enlist outside advisors such as insurance brokers, tax preparers, attorneys, and mortgage brokers to implement other aspects of a client’s financial plan.
• Assist in contributing to our culture of knowledge sharing and best practice creation.
• Take a leading role in meetings with current clients and potential prospects, demonstrate our depth and breadth of expertise, identify planning issues, and explain our unique competitive advantages. Identify opportunities for increasing wallet share with existing clients.
• Collect, enter and analyze client data, and create, update, and present financial plans to clients of the Family Office.
• Work with the RWA Wealth Family Office investment team to analyze asset allocation of client portfolios.
• Take a proactive role in conducting market research, client processing, and preparing marketing literature for prospective clients.
• Assist in drafting financial planning newsletters and presenting to groups on financial planning topics.
• Take a proactive approach to client contact. Answer client questions and address needs as they arise.
• Comply with all internal procedures, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Other tasks as necessary to provide strong support to a growing and evolving business.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES:

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet stringent deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group to achieve common goals.
• Flexibility to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities.
• Pay attention to detail and follow up on outstanding items.
• Communicate with clients, co-workers, and the professional advisory community in person, by mail, and on the telephone.

Education, Experience and Qualifications 

• Seven or more years of experience in financial planning or a related field, including at least three years of direct client facing experience, with exposure to high net worth clients and demonstrated growth into managing larger and more complex relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills with sharp attention to detail.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently with complex and diverse clients.
• Time management and organizational skills to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Computer skills, particularly the ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with eMoney software is a requirement. 
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to interact with co-workers, other professional advisors, and clients.
• Advanced personal finance knowledge.
• Estate planning knowledge.
• A bachelor’s degree.
• Series 65 license or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire. If candidate is working toward becoming a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™, this requirement is waived.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Final base compensation will be carefully determined based on several factors including relevant knowledge, skillset, and experience. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as discretionary bonus, health, dental, and vision plans, and employer 401(k) contributions.

RWA Wealth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to invite and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. The Firm does not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 

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