Job Description

Position: Lead Advisor

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Job Summary

JKS Financial is looking for an autonomous and competitive, self-driven person who likes challenge and achieving big goals. As a Lead Advisor, you will be instrumental in challenging the status quo and leading the charge in financial strategy and client relations. You will deliver personalized, strategic advice to high-net-worth clients while playing a pivotal role in the growth and development of our advisory team.

Responsibilities

Client Management:

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with tailored financial solutions to meet their unique needs and objectives. Polite, courteous, and capable of being relational in order to help clients achieve their financial goals.

Strategic Planning:

Develop comprehensive financial plans and investment strategies, leveraging the latest market insights and industry trends.

Leadership:

Inspire, mentor, and lead a team of advisors, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Business Development:

Enjoy growing and scaling new business opportunities. Identify and pursue new business opportunities, driving the growth of the firm's client base and assets under management. Has courage and confidence to work with both existing clients within practice, and hunting new opportunities (the new opportunities is where true scale and growth will drive income).

Problem Solving:

Deductive and capable of mental initiative (Solving problems with data and comfortable taking risks and filling in the gaps of missing information).

High-Performance Environment:

Thrive while multi-tasking and working under deadlines and a high-change, high-intensity environment.

Thought Leadership:

Stay ahead of industry developments and share insights with clients and colleagues, positioning the firm as a leader in wealth management.

Compliance:

Ensure all client interactions and financial plans adhere to regulatory requirements and firm policies.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field. MBA or CFP certification is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in wealth management or financial advisory roles, with a proven track record of success.

Traits:

Innovative, proactive, strategic thinker, and a natural leader.

Skills:

Exceptional client service skills, strong analytical abilities, excellent communication and presentation skills. Knowledgeable enough to provide sound and valuable advice, paying attention to key details, while supported by a team helping with back-end execution.

Certifications:

Series 7, 63, 65, or 66 licenses required.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation:

A highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

Professional Growth:

Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.

Innovative Environment:

A dynamic workplace that values creativity, encourages new ideas, and supports bold initiatives.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and generous PTO.

Impact:

The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of clients and the future of our firm.

How to Apply

If you are a driven professional who thrives on challenge and is passionate about making a difference in the world of wealth management, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

JKS Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location: In person