We are seeking a motivated, client-focused Associate Advisor to support Allworth Financial’s high-performing Tucson, AZ, office while contributing to broader regional advisory needs. This role is ideal for an emerging advisor who is hungry, humble, and smart—someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is committed to continuous learning, and is pursuing a long-term career path in wealth management. The Associate Advisor will support client meetings, build and update financial plans, assist with 401(k) engagement, and help deliver a consistent, high-quality client experience across the region.
A major highlight of this role is the opportunity to work directly with a successful Partner Advisor who built and grew their own firm, offering hands-on mentorship and real exposure to future client ownership. Reporting to the Regional Director, this position provides a well-defined pathway to becoming a Financial Advisor, supported by Allworth’s robust education benefits, full coverage of licensing and certification expenses, and a clear succession opportunity within the Tucson office.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support client meetings through preparation, planning updates, analysis, and follow-through.
- Build and update financial plans and assist with plan implementation and coordination with internal teams.
- Participate in 401(k) enrollment meetings and support Tucson’s business-owner and high-net-worth clients.
- Collaborate with regional Associate Advisors and the central Financial Planning team during peak workloads.
- Engage in mentorship, training, and ongoing development while pursuing required licenses and designations.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Planning, Business, Economics, or related field.
- 1–3+ years of financial planning, wealth management, banking, or related experience (or strong internship background).
- Active or obtainable Series 66; proficiency with financial planning tools (e.g., MoneyGuide), CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce), and Microsoft Office.
- Experience supporting client-facing work with strong communication skills and professionalism.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to pursue the CFP® and long-term growth into an Advisor role.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Hungry, humble, and smart—career-driven, coachable, and emotionally intelligent.
- Thrives in a client-centric, fast-paced environment with high expectations and high reward.
- Strong communicator with emerging executive presence and a commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience.
- Organized, accurate, and dependable, with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
- Motivated to grow into an Advisor role with long-term succession potential in the Tucson office.
COMPENSATION
A competitive compensation package will be developed for the successful candidate, including a strong base salary, performance-based bonus, comprehensive benefits, and full educational support for required licenses and designations. The role includes a clear advisor-track career path with future access to variable compensation and client transition opportunities.