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Financial Planner - Lead | Wealth & Retirement Planning | $121K-$150K

buffalo grove, IL

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Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Dana Gudermuth

Senior Recruiter | Heartline Staffing

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Heartline Staffing is recruiting an experienced Financial Planner - Lead for an established wealth management and financial planning firm in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. This is primarily a non-sales, relationship-focused financial planning role for someone who enjoys developing comprehensive financial and retirement plans while building long-term, trusted client relationships.

The firm has served the Buffalo Grove and Chicago area for more than 20 years, oversees approximately $350 million in total assets, and serves approximately 700 families across multiple financial services and divisions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Financial Planner - Lead will serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and provide day-to-day financial planning support within a team-based structure. New advisory clients are sourced and onboarded by Lead Advisors and then transitioned to the Financial Planner - Lead for ongoing planning, service, and relationship management.

While primarily a non-sales role, there are opportunities to identify additional assets and cross-sale opportunities within existing client relationships.

COMPENSATION

• $121,000-$150,000

• Performance-based bonus

SCHEDULE

• Monday-Thursday: 8:45 AM-5:00 PM

• Friday: 8:45 AM-2:30 PM, assuming all high-priority tasks and work are completed

• Paid lunch hours

• On-site in Buffalo Grove, IL

ROLE

• Serve as the main point of contact for assigned clients within the Holistic Wealth Management division.

• Service client needs, requests, questions, and updates.

• Prepare comprehensive financial plan recommendations.

• Develop robust retirement income plans and retirement plan tracking.

• Prepare investment portfolio summaries and asset allocation analyses.

• Meet regularly with clients to establish trusting, supportive relationships.

• Prepare and analyze financial planning reports.

• Utilize tax planning software to assess client tax situations and strategies.

• Run, review, and compare illustrations for annuities, life insurance, and long-term care to identify appropriate options for clients.

• Oversee preparation of one-off financial planning analyses as needed.

• Collaborate with team members and advisors on client cases.

• Conduct regular client reviews according to the assigned Service Model.

• Proactively check in with clients throughout the year to ensure client needs are met.

• Utilize proprietary planning software for data input and development of comprehensive retirement plans.

BENEFITS

• Paid time off

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) with company matching

• Mentoring from firm owners and senior advisor

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Paid lunch hours

• Supportive, family-oriented company culture

• Unlimited snacks and drinks available in the office

• Access to an in-office Starbucks coffee machine

Requirements

Requirements

• 3+ Years Of Experience Working Directly With Clients As A Financial Planner REQUIRED

• Series 65 Or Series 66 License REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree From An Accredited College Or University REQUIRED

• CFP Designation Must Be Obtained Within 2 Years From Hire Date REQUIRED

• Life Insurance License Must Be Obtained Within 6 Months From Hire Date REQUIRED

• Very Strong Microsoft Excel Experience REQUIRED

• Highly Detail-Oriented And Accurate REQUIRED

• Ability To Multitask And Track Multiple Items / Projects Simultaneously REQUIRED

• Ability To Build And Maintain Strong Client Relationships REQUIRED

• Ability To Work On-Site In Buffalo Grove, IL REQUIRED

Preferred

• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Designation Preferred At Hire

• Life Insurance License Preferred At Hire

Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many financial planning professionals prefer a confidential conversation first.

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Salary Description

$121K-$150K + Performance-Based Bonus

Worksite address

buffalo grove, IL, 60089, US

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