Associate Advisor
Seaside Wealth Management · Carlsbad, California, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
COMPANY OVERVIEWSeaside Wealth Management, Inc. (Seaside) is an independent registered investment advisory firm that provides personalized financial planning and investment management services to individuals, families, and businesses. Our mission is to empower clients to achieve their financial goals and foster long-term relationships built on trust and integrity. Everything we do is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our clients and treat one another: leading with a genuine desire to serve, acting with integrity, taking ownership of our work, pursuing excellence as lifelong learners, and bringing the foresight to solve problems before they surface.
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
ABOUT THE ROLESeaside is seeking a proactive and dependable professional who shares our commitment to serving others well. Working alongside a Lead Advisor, you help care for new and existing client relationships and serve as a key liaison between the Lead Advisor and the Client Service Associate team to deliver an exceptional financial planning experience. You treat every client and colleague the way they want to be treated, communicate with honesty and transparency, and take genuine ownership of your work, standing behind both the wins and the lessons. You are highly organized and complete tasks and projects with accuracy and punctuality, and you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Above all, you are a lifelong learner with the foresight to anticipate what clients need before they ask, because a genuine commitment to an outstanding client experience is what makes this role rewarding.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESCreating exceptional experiences for clientsSupporting Lead AdvisorsSupporting the Founder and other team members as needed
CREATE EXCEPTIONAL CLIENT EXPERIENCESCreate review meeting agendas that demonstrate we listen and pay attention to detailPrepare and update the financial plan in eMoney prior to review meetingsTake the lead in meeting preparation so the Lead Advisor can focus on their core strengthsDocument meeting notes, complete agreed-upon action steps, and follow up to report statusDistribute client service tasks to other team members and ensure completion as neededDraft the post-meeting email for advisors to send to clients
SUPPORT LEAD ADVISORSBuild and update financial plans in eMoney, including advanced scenarios such as Roth conversions across tax brackets, long-term care, early retirement, early death, and buy-sell transactionsAnalyze financial data such as income, expenses, investments, and debts, using planning software to model different scenariosConduct Social Security analysis and compare timing strategiesResearch client solutions such as annuities, insurance, and other advanced planning topics to support Lead Advisor decision-making and client recommendationsPrepare and interpret tax analysis, including multi-year tax projections, in HolistiplanConduct portfolio audits and risk analysis in NitrogenSupport firm-wide new client onboarding, including initial financial plan builds and uploads to eMoney, , and HolistiplanMaintain accurate client records, notes, and workflows in RedtailCoordinate with the trading team on model updates and rebalancingCommunicate with clients by phone and email to gather information and provide updatesProactively identify opportunities to improve the quality and competitiveness of client support across the firm tech stack (Redtail, Holistiplan, eMoney, Charles Schwab, Orion, GReminders, Nitrogen, )Engage in continuous learning and professional development
SUPPORT THE FOUNDER AND TEAM MEMBERS AS NEEDEDProvide direct support on matters requested by the Seaside founder, typically related to scheduling, vetting software, and coordinating with other team membersMaintain an up-to-date manual of business processes and procedures in TrainualCreate, streamline, improve, automate, and document business processesReview and maintain the firm training program in TrainualAssist with maintaining the firm digital business development collateralCollaborate with the founder and team to develop and deliver digital marketing contentServe as a liaison with the Client Service team on administrative duties such as paperwork, documentation, scheduling, and client record maintenance in compliance with regulatory requirementsSupport new client onboarding, including gathering documentation and providing ongoing support with account inquiries and requestsLeverage software and tools to design systems that create efficiencies for staff, such as automating insurance reviews and beneficiary updatesMentor and train interns and Client Service Associates
QUALIFICATIONS xzbcwsv Bachelor's degree, preferably in business, accounting, finance, economics, or a related fieldExperience in client service and/or operations in the financial services industry, preferably with an independent registered investment advisory firmSeries 65, or the ability to obtain it within an agreed period after hireCFP®, or a commitment to begin coursework and obtain it within an agreed period after hireIndustry knowledge required; professional designations are a plusProficiency in Microsoft Office required; experience with CRM, document management, and portfolio accounting software preferredExperience with our tech stack a plus (Redtail, Holistiplan, eMoney, Charles Schwab, Orion, GReminders, Nitrogen, )
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTThe Associate Advisor role is part of a defined career path at Seaside, with clear milestones and support for professional growth:Associate Advisor IAssociate Advisor IIContinued advancement toward Service Advisor, Lead Advisor, and Partner for team members who demonstrate mastery and live the Seaside core values
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS401(k) with company match with discretionary profit sharingPerformance-based annual bonus with opportunity to earn additional compensation based on firm performanceEmployer paid medical insurancePaid time off (20 days to start plus 1 additional day for the first 5 years)Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, coffee, and beverages$65,000 to $90,000 annually, plus performance bonus
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
ABOUT THE ROLESeaside is seeking a proactive and dependable professional who shares our commitment to serving others well. Working alongside a Lead Advisor, you help care for new and existing client relationships and serve as a key liaison between the Lead Advisor and the Client Service Associate team to deliver an exceptional financial planning experience. You treat every client and colleague the way they want to be treated, communicate with honesty and transparency, and take genuine ownership of your work, standing behind both the wins and the lessons. You are highly organized and complete tasks and projects with accuracy and punctuality, and you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Above all, you are a lifelong learner with the foresight to anticipate what clients need before they ask, because a genuine commitment to an outstanding client experience is what makes this role rewarding.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESCreating exceptional experiences for clientsSupporting Lead AdvisorsSupporting the Founder and other team members as needed
CREATE EXCEPTIONAL CLIENT EXPERIENCESCreate review meeting agendas that demonstrate we listen and pay attention to detailPrepare and update the financial plan in eMoney prior to review meetingsTake the lead in meeting preparation so the Lead Advisor can focus on their core strengthsDocument meeting notes, complete agreed-upon action steps, and follow up to report statusDistribute client service tasks to other team members and ensure completion as neededDraft the post-meeting email for advisors to send to clients
SUPPORT LEAD ADVISORSBuild and update financial plans in eMoney, including advanced scenarios such as Roth conversions across tax brackets, long-term care, early retirement, early death, and buy-sell transactionsAnalyze financial data such as income, expenses, investments, and debts, using planning software to model different scenariosConduct Social Security analysis and compare timing strategiesResearch client solutions such as annuities, insurance, and other advanced planning topics to support Lead Advisor decision-making and client recommendationsPrepare and interpret tax analysis, including multi-year tax projections, in HolistiplanConduct portfolio audits and risk analysis in NitrogenSupport firm-wide new client onboarding, including initial financial plan builds and uploads to eMoney, , and HolistiplanMaintain accurate client records, notes, and workflows in RedtailCoordinate with the trading team on model updates and rebalancingCommunicate with clients by phone and email to gather information and provide updatesProactively identify opportunities to improve the quality and competitiveness of client support across the firm tech stack (Redtail, Holistiplan, eMoney, Charles Schwab, Orion, GReminders, Nitrogen, )Engage in continuous learning and professional development
SUPPORT THE FOUNDER AND TEAM MEMBERS AS NEEDEDProvide direct support on matters requested by the Seaside founder, typically related to scheduling, vetting software, and coordinating with other team membersMaintain an up-to-date manual of business processes and procedures in TrainualCreate, streamline, improve, automate, and document business processesReview and maintain the firm training program in TrainualAssist with maintaining the firm digital business development collateralCollaborate with the founder and team to develop and deliver digital marketing contentServe as a liaison with the Client Service team on administrative duties such as paperwork, documentation, scheduling, and client record maintenance in compliance with regulatory requirementsSupport new client onboarding, including gathering documentation and providing ongoing support with account inquiries and requestsLeverage software and tools to design systems that create efficiencies for staff, such as automating insurance reviews and beneficiary updatesMentor and train interns and Client Service Associates
QUALIFICATIONS xzbcwsv Bachelor's degree, preferably in business, accounting, finance, economics, or a related fieldExperience in client service and/or operations in the financial services industry, preferably with an independent registered investment advisory firmSeries 65, or the ability to obtain it within an agreed period after hireCFP®, or a commitment to begin coursework and obtain it within an agreed period after hireIndustry knowledge required; professional designations are a plusProficiency in Microsoft Office required; experience with CRM, document management, and portfolio accounting software preferredExperience with our tech stack a plus (Redtail, Holistiplan, eMoney, Charles Schwab, Orion, GReminders, Nitrogen, )
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTThe Associate Advisor role is part of a defined career path at Seaside, with clear milestones and support for professional growth:Associate Advisor IAssociate Advisor IIContinued advancement toward Service Advisor, Lead Advisor, and Partner for team members who demonstrate mastery and live the Seaside core values
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS401(k) with company match with discretionary profit sharingPerformance-based annual bonus with opportunity to earn additional compensation based on firm performanceEmployer paid medical insurancePaid time off (20 days to start plus 1 additional day for the first 5 years)Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, coffee, and beverages$65,000 to $90,000 annually, plus performance bonus
Details
| Company | Seaside Wealth Management |
| Location | Carlsbad, California, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | finance |
| Experience | permanent |