The Service Advisor supports the delivery of comprehensive financial planning and wealth management services to existing clients while developing toward future Lead Advisor responsibilities. This role partners closely with Lead Advisors to strengthen client relationships, deliver planning recommendations, coordinate implementation, and provide an exceptional client experience.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Planning
- Serve as a secondary advisor for client relationships.
- Participate in client meetings and present planning recommendations.
- Coordinate implementation of financial planning strategies.
- Maintain regular communication with clients and professional partners.
- Identify planning opportunities and potential risks.
Financial & Investment Planning
- Analyze retirement, tax, estate, insurance, and business-owner planning strategies.
- Assist with investment implementation and portfolio reviews.
- Maintain planning data, meeting notes, workflows, and follow-up actions.
Growth & Development
- Deepen existing client relationships and support referral opportunities.
- Participate in firm events, client education initiatives, and business development activities.
- Pursue ongoing professional education and technical expertise.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years in financial services.
- 1+ year in a client-facing advisory role.
- Strong communication, relationship management, and analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft office
Preferred
- CFP®, CPA, CFA, or Series 66.
- Experience with high-net-worth clients and business owners.
- Very proficient with Microsoft Excel (core to desk)
- Proficient in use of AI and AI tools
What Success Looks Like
- High client satisfaction and retention.
- Consistent implementation of planning recommendations.
- Strong client relationships and proactive service.
- Increasing responsibility for client management.
- Progression toward Lead Advisor responsibilities.
- Alleviating capacity constraints for Lead Advisors by taking tasks off their desk
Career Path
Associate Advisor → Service Advisor → Lead Advisor → Senior Advisor / Partner
This role is designed for professionals seeking long-term growth as a financial advisor and becoming a future leader within the firm.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary + Incentive Compensation
This exempt position offers a competitive base salary along with a performance-based bonus program that rewards both individual contributions and overall firm profitability.
Health Insurance & HSA Support
- Eligible on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Monthly employer subsidy toward health insurance premiums.
- Any unused portion of the subsidy may be deposited into a Health Savings Account (HSA) for your future healthcare expenses.
Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 100% employer-paid Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
- Eligible on the 1st day of the month following 90 days of employment.
- Provides a 60% income replacement benefit after a 180-day waiting period in the event of a qualifying disability.
401(k) & Profit Sharing
- Eligible after completing 6 months of employment and 1,000 hours of service.
- Choice of Traditional (pre-tax) or Roth (after-tax) 401(k) contributions.
- Employer-funded 3% Qualified Non-Elective Contribution (QNEC) upon eligibility.
- Opportunity to participate in the firm's discretionary annual profit-sharing program.
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually (prorated during the year of hire).
- Additional PTO accrual based on years of service.
- 48 hours of paid sick leave annually.
- 9+ paid holidays each year.
Work Environment
- Regular office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- While extended hours, occasional weekends, and travel are generally limited, they may be required to support client and business needs.
At Sindrich & Associates, we are committed to supporting our team with competitive compensation, meaningful benefits, retirement planning opportunities, and a collaborative work environment focused on long-term growth and success.
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