Senior Financial Planner

ABOUT US:
Come join the dynamic team at Kestra Financial! Kestra Financial provides a leading independent advisor platform that empowers sophisticated, independent financial professionals, including traditional and hybrid RIAs, to prosper, grow, and provide superior client service. With a culture rich in reinvention and advisor advocacy, Kestra Financial has developed integrated business management technology that, combined with its personalized consulting services, offers exceptional scale and efficiency. Kestra Financial supports independent financial advisors in delivering comprehensive securities and investment advisory services to their clients.


SUMMARY:
The Senior Financial Planner serves as a critical support resource for approximately 1,500 financial advisors, assisting them in addressing complex financial planning needs within their advisory practices. This role focuses on leveraging technical expertise to construct comprehensive financial plans, identifying strategic planning opportunities across various disciplines such as investment, tax, estate, retirement, and insurance. The position requires direct engagement with investors and financial advisors, demanding exceptional presentation skills to effectively communicate recommendations and foster collaborative relationships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Collaborate with financial advisors to gather client data, assess financial goals, and develop tailored financial plans using advanced modeling techniques and software tools.
· Analyze client financial situations to identify planning opportunities and risks across multiple disciplines, including investment strategies, tax optimization, estate planning, retirement income projections, and insurance coverage.
· Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations of financial plans and recommendations to investors, financial advisors, and other stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.
· Provide ongoing support and consultation to financial advisors on planning best practices, emerging trends, and customized solutions for their client base.
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial planning regulations, market conditions, and industry developments to enhance advisory support.
· Document all planning activities, recommendations, and client interactions in accordance with firm policies and compliance requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR ABILITIES:
· In-depth knowledge of financial planning principles, including investment analysis, tax strategies, estate planning, retirement modeling, and risk management.
· Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., MoneyGuidePro, eMoney, RightCapital, or similar tools) and advanced Excel modeling for scenario analysis and projections.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex financial data and identify optimization opportunities.
· Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including investors and advisors.
· Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with financial advisors and clients, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and a client-centric approach.
· High attention to detail, organizational skills, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment supporting a large advisor network.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field;
· CFP Required, CPWA Preferred.
· 3+ years of experience in financial planning.

PHYSICAL DEMAND:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
· Travel 10%
WORKING CONDITIONS: Climate controlled office environment.

NOTE: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.


INTERNAL APPLICANT POLICY:
Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra. Internal applicants must also have a minimum of 1 year service in current role unless approved by EVP.

BENEFITS:
Full health, vision, dental. 401(k) plans along with a host of voluntary plans such as car insurance, legal services and more (applicable to full-time, permanent employees).
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