Retirement Plan Sales Advisor

Allworth Financial (www.allworthfinancial.com) is an independent investment financial advisory firm that specializes in retirement planning, investment advising, and 401(k) management with a direct approach to financial planning. Allworth Financial delivers long- and short-term investment planning solutions and advice to help clients achieve their goals and plan strategically for retirement.

Allworth Financial is a high growth, private equity backed, multi branch Registered Investment Advisor. Founded in Sacramento, California, in 1993, and still run by its original founders, Scott Hanson and Pat McClain, Allworth is primarily a fee-based, employee-centric fiduciary advisory firm, that prides itself on emphasizing client well-being and education. The business is a multi-billion dollar firm and is on track for continued growth through both acquisitions and strong organic growth. Allworth is considered a great place to work and was once again given the prestigious “Circle of Excellence” award by the National Business Research Institute for employee and client satisfaction in 2021, placing it among the best-loved brands in America. Allworth Financial was also recognized as a Barron's Top 40 RIA in 2022.

Founded in Sacramento, California, in 1993, Allworth Financial is still run by its original founders, Scott Hanson and Pat McClain.  Allworth is primarily a fee-based, employee-centric fiduciary advisory firm, that prides itself on emphasizing client well-being and education.

At Allworth Financial, we allow our advisors the opportunity to do what they do best, which is to provide fiduciary investment management and holistic financial planning advice to our valued clients without the pressure to make recommendations on proprietary investment products.  Extensive training and support will be provided. 

This is a hybrid position that will require a combination of face-to-face meetings with clients, work in office and travel.  We will consider candidates commutable distance to our Folsom, CA, Sacramento, CA or Dallas, TX offices.  

Allworth is considered a great place to work and was once again given the prestigious “Circle of Excellence” award by the National Business Research Institute for employee and client satisfaction in 2021, placing it among the best-loved brands in America.

The base salary range for this role is $100,000-$115,000 annual base salary with a Variable Compensation Plan. In addition, we also provide generous benefits to all our full-time employees. 

SUMMARY:

Retirement Plan Services is a rapidly growing business unit within Allworth Financial.  We are seeking a highly successful Retirement Plan Sales Advisor who is interested in helping us continue our rapid growth as well assisting in the servicing of our existing clients.  Occasionally, the Retirement Plan Sales Advisor may be called upon to conduct annual plan reviews with plan sponsor committees or to conduct employee education meetings.  However, this position is primarily a business development role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for selling and closing new retirement plans business within an assigned territory. 
• Developing relationships with CPA’s ERISA attorneys, local payroll companies, third party administrators, record keepers, and other centers of influence who can refer businesses that would benefit from Allworth Financial’s retirement plan advisory services.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with prospects within their territory.
• If needed, reviewing plan with clients on annual basis to enable Allworth to fulfill its fiduciary mission in planning and investment management.
• Communicating updates from Investment Management Team to clients as needed, answer questions regarding allocation, methodology, etc.
• Performing various tasks and research relating to casework for clients.
• Assisting with future and existing client communication.
• Attending company events, including workshops and seminars.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or equivalent work experience.
• Series 65 is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
• Excellent presentation and writing skills.
• Minimum of five years of successful retirement plan sales experience with a proven track record of meeting or beating sales objectives
• Must have or be willing to obtain the AIF or other relevant industry certifications.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA and fiduciary standards.
• Meticulous attention to detail as well as a high degree of professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Highly self-motivated and proactive.
• Abil