Posted 11/04/2026
Job Number: 18363

Associate Advisor

Northville, Michigan • Hybrid

Industry:  Financial Services

Job Category: Wealth Management

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary: $100000 - $125000

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Job Description

Position Title: Associate Advisor

This advisor role pairs the support of a lead advisor on top-tier client relationships with the freedom to build an individual book of business. The firm offers an in-house alternative investment fund, and it intends to invest heavily in the advisor who champions that fund and engages clients around it. Leadership has described this hire as a main priority for the office, with marketing events, networking support, and close access to firm leadership built into the plan.

The environment is small, collaborative, and entrepreneurial, with a laid-back approach to work-life balance and a culture that treats employees as adults. The advisor will work onsite five days a week during the first few months, then move to a hybrid schedule of two to three days in the office. The role rewards initiative, referral generation, and growing sales skill, and it offers a clear route to advancement for a self-directed professional who wants to earn on the business they create.

Salary Range: $100,000 – $125,000 / Year DOE

Plus commission on new assets under management and on assets placed in the firm’s proprietary fund, paid as a share of fee billing

Associate Advisor Responsibilities

  • Support a lead advisor in serving top-tier clients and independently manage a book of mid- and lower-tier client relationships
  • Manage a current portfolio of accredited and unaccredited investors, identifying client needs and recommending tailored investment solutions
  • Introduce and recommend the firm’s proprietary alternative investment fund to clients in a fiduciary capacity as part of a broader portfolio strategy
  • Build new client relationships through networking, referrals, and business development, with the average client relationship near $500,000
  • Participate in approximately ten local marketing events and client seminars each year to educate clients and attract new investors
  • Provide clear, compliant communication and education to clients on complex investment opportunities, including private placements
  • Collaborate with an operations and client service associate to support onboarding, investment execution, paperwork, and ongoing client service
  • Meet and exceed growth and revenue targets while upholding fiduciary standards

Associate Advisor Requirements

  • Three to seven years of experience advising clients as a financial advisor, or in investment sales for an RIA or broker-dealer
  • Active Series 65/66 licenses or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain them within the first 60 days of employment
  • Proven sales track record, including prospecting and bringing in new business
  • Experience selling alternative investments, specifically private placements, and the ability to identify suitable alternatives for clients
  • Ability to support a lead advisor with top-tier clients while working independently with other client tiers
  • Strong knowledge of securities regulations and compliance requirements
  • Self-directed, entrepreneurial, and coachable, with a strong drive to grow a book of business and excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • Life and health license is preferred
  • CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) designation is preferred

Benefits

  • Medical coverage with employer contribution, plus dental and vision plans
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Flexible paid time off and market holidays
  • Coverage of licensing and compliance costs, along with client meal expenses
  • Hybrid work arrangement after an initial onsite period
  • Opportunities for equity participation

Qualified advisors with a record in private placements and a drive to build their own book are encouraged to apply today and take on a high-priority role with direct access to leadership.

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