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Robert W. Baird & Co.

Financial Planner

Robert W. Baird & Co., Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285


This role will provide work experience and educational opportunities to build competencies as well as allow time to network to target a role as a full time Financial Advisor on an existing team within 4 years. Support Financial Advisors and Client Specialists in the creation of financial plans and analyses for initial prospects or existing clients. Provide research for client questions and ongoing education and support to Advisors and Client Specialists.

As a Financial Planner, you will:

Interact with Financial Advisors to provide ongoing research and assistance for existing clientele.Create and develop Baird Wealth Plan drafts and various financial analyses.Provide education to Financial Advisors in a group setting and to individuals as needed.Perform special projects and assignments as required.Complete CFP prerequisites and sit for comprehensive CFP exam. Upon passing the CFP, it is expected to study for and pass the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licensing exams.What makes this opportunity great:

Strong work-life balance is promoted.Team of associates passionate about achieving great results for clients that give back to the communities where we live and work.Unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing teamwork and a strong sense of partnershipA strong, stable employee-owned firm recognized as a great place to work since 2004.What we look for:

Bachelor's degree in related field, or degree in unrelated field and relevant work experience.Strong computational, mathematical and analytical skills.Ability to complete the CFP prerequisites and sit for comprehensive CFP exam within the first two years of hire.Ability to study for and obtain the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam, Series 7, and Series 66 or be willing to study and obtain immediately following the CFP exam and complete the three exams with 18 months of beginning the SIE. Training and resources to be provided and paid for by Baird.Close attention to detail.Great organizational skills.Someone who is very team-oriented.Personal computer skills must include email, Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience in MoneyGuidePro or similar planning software is a plus.Commitment to become a Financial Advisor at the conclusion of the program and strong desire to develop skills in client service, wealth management, and new business development.Additional Details:

Compensation Information:

$50,000-$72,000 annual salary*Bonus potential of up to 5% of base salary*Compensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance, and/or firm profitability

Additional benefits include:

Medical/Dental/VisionB/Well programsCompetitive bonding leaveHSA ContributionFMLAEAP10 paid holidays and competitive PTO packageLife and disability insuranceRetirement - 401k match and profit-sharingTuition Reimbursement

Accepting applications on a rolling basis.

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