Financial Advisor Associate

Company: Vanguard
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: July 5, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Builds and maintains relationships with clients. Delivers financial advice and portfolio management guidance. Vanguard is seeking talented Financial Advisors to join our dynamic team across our four sites: Scottsdale, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA, and Dallas, TX. In this role, you will build and maintain strong relationships with our clients, asking thoughtful questions to identify investment needs and providing tailored financial advice and portfolio management guidance. If you are passionate about helping clients achieve their financial goals and are eager to grow your career in advice, we encourage you to apply! Responsibilities: - Client Engagement: Identify client needs and collaborate with internal partners to deliver effective solutions. - Personalized Consultations: Conduct consultations to assess clients' financial situations, goals, risk tolerance, and planning needs, developing customized investment plans. - Client Satisfaction: Cultivate deep client relationships and high satisfaction through personalized interactions, leveraging digital experiences and investment planning expertise. - Business Development: Partner with sales representatives to onboard new clients into advice. - Daily Operations: Lead daily activities in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely delivery of commitments. - Compliance: Maintain accurate client records and ensure adherence to Vanguard's systems, methodologies, and investment guidelines. - Acumen Building: Develop a detailed understanding of Vanguard funds, products, and services to educate clients effectively. Stay updated on financial planning, capital markets, and the financial services industry. - Technological Proficiency: Utilize technology to enhance financial planning discussions and work efficiently with clients virtually. - Team Collaboration: Join a supportive team environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Qualifications: - 1-2 years of experience in advisory or paraplanner roles. - Undergraduate degree required. - SIE, Series 65/66 licenses required. - This job requires a regulatory license and/or registration (e.g. FINRA, NASAA). The SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 are required to be obtained within department guidelines. - CFP® preferred, with a commitment to pursue the designation. We offer a corporate CFP program to support crew in acquiring the certification. - Regulatory licenses and/or registrations as determined by Compliance based on role-specific duties. Why Join Vanguard? At Vanguard, we offer a supportive and enriching environment where you can thrive. Here are a few reasons why you should consider starting your career with us: •Comprehensive Training: Our corporate CFP program and extensive training opportunities will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your role. •Career Pathing: We provide clear career progression paths and continuous learning opportunities to help you grow within the company. Click HERE to learn more about building a career in Advice with Vanguard! •Collaborative Environment: You will work as part of a supportive team to help Vanguard advised clients, ensuring you have the resources and support needed to succeed. •Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our clients by providing sound financial advice and helping them achieve their financial goals. Special Factors Sponsorship Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. About Vanguard At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best. How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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