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Financial Consultant Partner- Carlsbad, CA at Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab Carlsbad, CA

Job Description

Position Type: Regular
Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together


This position is part of the Branch Network which is primarily responsible for providing Wealth Management to individuals and families to meet their financial needs. In partnership with the Sr. Financial Consultant (FC), the Financial Consultant Partner will support the growth and management of an affluent wealth management practice. This includes servicing clients, growing client relationships, and delivering advice with the practice clients of the Sr. Financial Consultant. The Financial Consultant Partner will help grow the practice by partnering with their Sr. FC to pursue business development opportunities.


As a Financial Consultant Partner (FCP), you are in the heart of the action, acting as a trusted partner to our Sr. Financial Consultants (FC) and their practice clients. Through your developed expertise, you will deepen new and existing client relationships, uncovering business development opportunities and learning from your Sr. FC all along the way. You'll support the growth and management of an affluent wealth management practice, providing exceptional service, advice, and relationship management. If you are a licensed financial professional with a passion for wealth management, and a desire to grow under the mentorship of a seasoned advisor, this could be the role for you.

What you have

Required Qualifications:

  • A valid and active Series 7 license is required (license may be obtained under a condition of employment through Branch Network Licensing Program)
  • A valid and active Series 66 (63/65) license required (license(s) may be obtained under a condition of employment)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of Financial Services Industry Experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong candidates will have a proven track record to handle several tasks simultaneously and effectively prioritize
  • Ability to identify new relationship development
  • Openness to build, refresh, and deliver financial plans for practice clients in partnership with your Sr. Financial Consultant(s)
  • Ability to uncover and meet client needs and effectively manage client expectations
  • Ability to build and maintain good cross-enterprise working relationships
  • Capability to become a Notary
  • Strong candidates will also gain experience updating and compiling client information through Schwab's internal customer relationship management (CRM) tool
  • Openness to manage local events, as needed

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.


What's in it for you

At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration-so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

  • 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
  • Paid parental leave and family building benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

Typical mid-level pay: $102k for Personal Financial Advisors nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$102k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected

Senior roles pay 144% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

High demand and responsive wages. Negotiate confidently on all fronts.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Moderate
Mobility
Good mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: All experience levels, Remote-capable workers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
High turnover market

Many openings, but pay doesn't scale as much with experience.

+10%
10yr growth
16% work independently—freelance or consulting is viable.
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024