Senior Associate Wealth Advisor

Menlo Park, CAPosted 7 days ago

Role Overview

Focusfinancialpartners is hiring a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Menlo Park. Part of Focusfinancialpartners's Risk hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

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Position Summary

Focus Partners Wealth is seeking a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor to join our team! The Senior Associate Wealth Advisor role is an exciting opportunity to work with a planning centric team dedicated to creating personalized wealth advice based on each of our unique clients' goals and aspirations. The position involves partnering closely with Wealth Advisors to maintain and enhance client relationships through active participation in the financial planning process. Responsibilities include creating and implementing strategies in retirement, risk management, tax, estate, and investment planning.

Focus provides team members the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. Our hybrid model is defined as 3 days in office work required per week, while giving team members the option to work remotely 2 days per week, or as assigned by their team leader.

Primary Responsibilities

Create, edit, and present financial plans through planning software
Lead the development of financial planning recommendations to clients
Identify advanced planning opportunities and develop internal best practices
Ability to model and resolve complex financial questions and client situations
Serve as primary advisor for a select number of clients
Manage individual and team prospect pipeline, including the onboarding of new clients
Ability to business develop independently and, in a team environment
Develops a mastery of Focus Partners Wealth’s (FPW) investment philosophy
Mastery of technology stack offered, including CRM system and custodian websites
Create holistic investment strategy for each client, monitor risk tolerance over time as needed
Ability to independently lead daily client communications and interactions
Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of trading. Partner with the Portfolio Management team to approve and execute portfolios, trade recommendations, tax loss harvesting, etc.
Diligent recording of client communication and information within client relationship platform
Resource and collaboration with other Associate Wealth Advisors (AWAs)
Complete client billing reviews and ensure compliance for the advisory team
Engage in advisory team business planning efforts and actively support the firm’s strategic priorities
Independently interact and communicate with clients through emails, calls, and client presentations
The ability to meet with clients in person. Some travel may be required

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree
5+ years of financial service experience
CFP or equivalent (ChFC or CPA + PFS) required
Proven experience in financial analysis, modeling, and strategic planning
Strong understanding of investment strategies, risk management, tax planning, and estate planning
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills: with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to clients
Team-orientated approach
Knowledge of financial industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts
Experience in managing prospect pipelines and onboarding new clients
Business development skillset
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The Senior Associate Wealth Advisor is an exempt position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $124,000 - $140,000 per year. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.

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About Focus Financial Partners

Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.

Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@focuspartners.com.

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Is the Senior Associate Wealth Advisor role at Focusfinancialpartners remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role based in Menlo Park. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.

What does a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor at Focusfinancialpartners earn?

Focusfinancialpartners has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Associate Wealth Advisor role at Focusfinancialpartners posted?

This role was posted on July 2, 2026 (7 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Associate Wealth Advisor role at Focusfinancialpartners require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Focusfinancialpartners lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.