Financial Planning Advisor

Foundation Risk Partners
Valencia, CA
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced financial professionals who manage client relationships and develop tailored financial plans, with a preference for those in California and capable of hybrid work arrangements.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a proven track record in managing fee or commission-based client portfolios and strong presentation skills
    — “Demonstrated success of maintaining a book of fee and/or commission -based clients”
  • Professionals skilled in client communication and relationship-building with a focus on long-term growth
    — “Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships to support retention and growth”
  • Individuals with a background in financial planning and a commitment to ongoing education in the field
    — “Participate in ongoing training to stay current on the financial industry trends, regulations, and products”

Things to consider

  • Must be prepared to meet Continuing Education requirements and stay updated on industry regulations
    — “Complete all required Continuing Education requirements”
  • Hybrid work arrangement may require regular in-office presence in Valencia, California
    — “This is a hybrid role.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in creating tailored financial plans and client presentations in your resume and interview responses
    — “Analyze client financial information and create tailored financial plans aligned with their goals”
  • Emphasize your ability to build long-term client relationships and provide ongoing support
    — “Provide ongoing client service, communication, and support to ensure long-term satisfaction”
  • Showcase your skills in coordinating referrals and collaborating with other professionals
    — “Coordinate referrals or consultations with other professionals as appropriate”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • manage and nurture an existing book of business
  • create tailored financial plans
  • implement and monitor financial plans
  • provide ongoing client service
  • prepare and deliver financial planning sessions
Typical background
BS in business, finance, sales, marketing or related field

Skills & requirements

Required

Financial PlanningClient Relationship ManagementFinancial AnalysisPresentation SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsNetworking AbilitiesListening SkillsComputer Systems Proficiency

Preferred

CFP Or Chfc Designation401(k) And Other Qualified Plans Expertise

Stack & domain

Financial PlanningClient Financial Information AnalysisFinancial Plans CreationClient CommunicationFinancial Planning SessionsSales And Marketing StrategiesClient Relationship BuildingReferrals CoordinationFinancial Industry TrendsFinancial RegulationsFinancial ProductsCommunicationPresentationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsNetworkingListeningComputer Systems ProficiencyMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyFinra Series 66Finra Series 63Finra Series 7CFPChfcFinancial ServicesInsurance BrokerageConsulting

About the role

Original posting from Foundation Risk Partners via Greenhouse

Foundation Risk Partners, one of the fastest growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the US, is adding a Financial Advisor to their LBW team in Valencia, CA.

This is a hybrid role. 

This role is an excellent opportunity to earn additional compensation, referral bonuses, and enjoy a variety of valuable company perks!

Essential Functions:

Mange and nurture an existing book of business while continuously prospecting for new clients

Analyze client financial information and create tailored financial plans aligned with their goals

Present financial plans to clients, discuss recommendations, and agree on next steps

Implement financial plans and monitor performance, making adjustments as needed

Provide ongoing client service, communication, and support to ensure long-term satisfaction

Prepare and deliver financial planning sessions, presentations, or seminars to drive new business opportunities

Contribute to developing new sales & marketing strategies

Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships to support retention and growth

Coordinate referrals or consultations with other professionals as appropriate

Comply with all Federal, State, Local, Broker-Dealer, and LBW rules and regulations

Complete all required Continuing Education requirements

Participate in ongoing training to stay current on the financial industry trends, regulations, and products. LBW values a commitment to lifelong learning

Licenses, Certifications & Education:

FINRA Series 66 license at a minimum. Alternatively, a combination of a Series 63 and Series 7 or Series 6

Valid CA Drivers License (Required)

California Life Insurance License is a plus

CFP or ChFC designation preferred but not required

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, sales, marketing or related field, OR a minimum of four years of professional experience in financial services

Qualifications:

Demonstrated success of maintaining a book of fee and/or commission -based clients

Expertise in 401(k) and other qualified plans is a plus

Exceptional communication, presentation, time-management, and organizational skills

Strong networking abilities within businesses and personal communities

Ability to listen to client needs and provide suitable financial solutions

Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite is required

Disclaimer:

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

FRP provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other classifications protected by law.

Benefits:

FRP offers a comprehensive range of health-related benefit options including medical, vision, and dental. We offer a 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, STD, LTD and a generous PTO policy starting at 18 days per year plus 10 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays!

Source: Foundation Risk Partners careers (Greenhouse)

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