If you’re looking for a high-energy, inclusive atmosphere and a company that understands the importance of work/life balance, Commonwealth is your match! From generous bonus and 401(k) programs to tuition reimbursement and flexible work schedules, Commonwealth is focused on helping its employees thrive in an environment suited to their needs. On top of all that, the RIA Services department offers a hybrid work schedule, so you’ll be able to work from home for part of the week!

We’re looking for an advisory consultant for the RIA Services department to join our ranks. As the financial services industry continues to evolve, Commonwealth remains committed to its legacy of providing indispensable service. To support this legacy, we’re building a dedicated team for Commonwealth’s fee-only advisors. We are seeking candidates for the role of advisory operations consultant, RIA services.

Your focus will be on supporting advisors who are interested in, or fully established under, our hybrid, corporate RIA, and independent RIA affiliation models. Put your extensive knowledge of the financial services industry and superb problem-solving and analytical skills to work answering the myriad of questions that our advisors face as they continue to evolve their practices toward fee-only models, while developing a deep understanding of their unique characteristics. If you are up to the challenge, we want to speak with you!

Key Responsibilities 

• Taking a consultative role by managing key and assigned fee-only practices
• Building relationships with our financial advisors and their staff by consistently providing the highest level of customer service. This includes serving as the first point-of-contact by answering incoming phone calls to strategically identify and resolve critical client issues and inquiries
• Educating callers on a broad range of operational topics
• Staying abreast of new resources, products, and procedures, as well as industry news and regulations affecting fee-only practices
• Collaborating with various internal teams to research and resolve issues
• Assisting other RIA Services team members in the process of moving practices into a fee-only affiliation
• Familiarity with RIA Custody technology, including CRM, portfolio accounting, trading, and fee billing software. 
• Experience with RIA Custody and BD Clearing platforms

 Core Strengths and Skills 

• Intuitive thinker with the innate ability to piece multiple concepts together to resolve complex problems and see the big picture
• Superb problem-solving and analytical skills
• Familiarity with the RIA model and fee-based management
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
• 3+ years’ experience working with advisors or a financial services firm that engages in advisory business
• FINRA Series 65 or 66 securities registration, a plus

 Have we piqued your curiosity? Can you see yourself thriving in this opportunity? 

Picture Yourself Here  

At Commonwealth, we believe in a better world. We hold ourselves and each other to higher standards. We take care of one another. That’s why we invest in you—we encourage employee growth both in your career and education; we are building out a robust diversity, equity, and inclusion program; we offer incredible health care benefits; and we find plenty of occasions to celebrate. What’s not to love? 

We are always striving to be better, and we are looking for employees who share that same mindset. Better people, better coworkers, better leaders, better creators. Bring your best work and your full self to the table, and we will do the same. Together, we can build a better future for our advisors, their clients, our company, and you. 

About Commonwealth  

Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser, provides a suite of business solutions that empowers more than 2,000 independent financial advisors nationwide. Privately held since 1979, the firm has headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts, and San Diego, California.  

Turning our advisors into raving fans starts by doing the same for our employees. We foster an environment of excellence, growth, rewards, and fun in equal measure, which has earned us 43 Best Place to Work awards.   

The Fine Print  

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Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer, making intentional efforts to source talent from all backgrounds.