Job Summary

The Financial Advisor Manager within the Core Accounts Unit at Advocacy Wealth Management is responsible for providing continuous fiduciary-level financial planning and investment services while leading, developing, and supporting the Financial Advisor team within the Core Accounts Unit. This role maintains an assigned book of clients while overseeing advisor development, performance, and client service standards.

The Financial Advisor Manager must understand the Advocacy Wealth, Forge Consulting, and Advocacy Trust planning process, services, systems, and procedures to leverage the expertise of the entire enterprise in service of our clients. This person must also have strong financial planning and client relationship management experience, demonstrated leadership abilities, and knowledge of personal injury, settlement planning, and traditional financial planning.

This role requires a FINRA Series 65 license or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of hire, as well as a Life & Health Insurance license or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Financial Advisory & Client Management

• Serve as the Financial Advisor and primary contact for an assigned book of clients, providing fiduciary-level financial guidance and ongoing relationship management.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update comprehensive financial plans based on clients’ evolving needs, including portfolio suitability and risk profile reviews.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to implement recommendations and solutions that are in the best interest of the client.
• Identify additional planning opportunities through ongoing assessment of client needs and financial circumstances.
• Serve as a financial planning resource for clients’ attorneys, CPAs, and other professional advisors.
• Collaborate with internal specialists and other business units to support comprehensive client service and advocate for client needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely client information and activities within the firm’s contact management system.
• Stay current on economic, legal, financial planning, investment, and market trends impacting clients.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor Financial Advisors within the Core Accounts Unit, fostering professional growth and high-quality client service.
• Oversee the training and development of Financial Advisors and Financial Consultants rotating onto the team, helping Financial Consultants build the knowledge and skills necessary to transition into Financial Advisor responsibilities.
• Provide guidance and support on client relationships, financial planning, service standards, and other challenges.
• Conduct regular performance discussions, provide constructive feedback, and establish goals to support individual and team performance.
• Partner with leadership to identify opportunities for continued advisor development and team growth.

Team & Operational Oversight

• Ensure Financial Advisors follow Core Accounts Unit processes, service standards, documentation requirements, and best practices.
• Monitor team workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and the client experience.
• Develop and implement processes that support the continued growth and effectiveness of the Core Accounts Unit.
• Collaborate with the Director of Financial Planning, leadership, and other business units to address operational challenges and strengthen planning and client service processes.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration among team members and internal and external partners.
• Ensure team members appropriately utilize firm systems, technology, and resources to support client service and financial planning.
• Participate in meetings, training, and other activities that support the continued growth and development of the Financial Advisor team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor’s four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent.
• Series 65 licensed or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire.
• Life and Health Insurance licensed or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation strongly preferred.
• Experience working directly with clients in a financial services environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, or mentoring experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, investment, insurance, and wealth management concepts.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance client responsibilities with team leadership.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Process-oriented and collaborative, with strong computer and software skills.
• Knowledge of personal injury, settlement planning, or working with clients who have received a lawsuit recovery is strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed for client meetings and other business activities.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 5% of the time, but occasional travel is necessary.