Senior Specialist, Associate Financial Planner

Your Opportunity

Schwab remains committed to providing increased visibility to career growth opportunities and job requirements. This posting announcement is part of increased transparency and while all qualified applicants will be reviewed and considered, this organization has a preferred candidate identified for this role. 

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

The Financial Planning Group is part of the broader Wealth and Advice Solutions organization and is primarily responsible for helping individuals and families with their financial needs. Whether it’s retirement planning, charitable giving, estate planning, active investing or managing banking and lending needs, Planning can help. The Financial Planning Group works with partners to provide comprehensive financial planning services for clients and prospects seeking advice on how to reach multiple goals. The plan includes a customized analysis to address financial goals, such as: retirement, college, risk management, asset allocation, and estate planning needs. After setting realistic expectations with the client or prospect, the Schwab Financial Planner prepares and presents a financial plan which identify a client’s current situation, opportunities and gaps, and advise on specific steps to meet financial goals.

The Associate Financial Planner is responsible for partnering with Financial Planners and internal business partners throughout the financial planning cycle. In collaboration with these partners, the role supports referrals, active planning cases, and operational needs. Through this work, the Associate Financial Planner helps ensure a seamless financial planning experience for clients and colleagues.

What you have

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Active and valid FINRA Series 7 license
• Active and valid FINRA Series 66 required (may be obtained within 90 days of employment)
• 2 years financial services experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• CFP® designation or desire to pursue
• Desire to communicate knowledge in the area of financial planning
  • In-depth understanding of financial planning process
  • Exceptional client service and communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
  • Ability to quickly adjust to new information, tasks, and priorities
  
  In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.