1

Senior Philanthropic Advisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Philanthropic Advisor

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$160K - $161K/yr

The Senior Philanthropic Advisor serves as a senior subject matter expert and trusted advisor responsible for managing a book of complex philanthropic client relationships. This role partners with ...

New

... Philanthropic Advisor for selected high net worth and ultra-high net worth organization / individual / family relationships within a particular market or region. Works closely with other senior ...

... Philanthropic Advisor for selected high net worth and ultra-high net worth organization / individual / family relationships within a particular market or region. Works closely with other senior ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Senior Philanthropic Advisor information

See salary details

$50K

$138K

How much do senior philanthropic advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior philanthropic advisor in the United States is $130,389.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,500.00 and $137,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a senior philanthropic advisor faces, and how can they be addressed?

A common challenge faced by Senior Philanthropic Advisors is balancing the interests and priorities of both donors and the organization, which requires strategic negotiation and relationship-building skills. Navigating complex philanthropic structures, such as planned giving vehicles and donor-advised funds, can also present hurdles, especially when aligning donor intent with regulatory requirements. Open communication, continuous professional development, and collaboration with legal, finance, and program staff are essential for overcoming these challenges and ensuring positive, long-term outcomes. By proactively addressing these complexities, advisors can foster trust and maximize impact for both donors and the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior philanthropic advisor?

To thrive as a Senior Philanthropic Advisor, you need expertise in donor relations, fundraising strategy, and financial stewardship, typically supported by a background in nonprofit management or a related field. Familiarity with donor management software (such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce), and certifications like CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) are often valuable. Exceptional interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly help individuals excel in building meaningful donor relationships. These competencies are vital for cultivating major gifts, aligning donor interests with organizational goals, and driving successful philanthropic initiatives.

What is a senior philanthropic advisor?

A Senior Philanthropic Advisor helps individuals, families, and organizations develop and implement charitable giving strategies. They provide expert guidance on philanthropic planning, tax-efficient giving, and aligning donations with personal or corporate values. Their role often includes fostering relationships with donors, identifying impactful giving opportunities, and ensuring contributions make a meaningful difference. They may also collaborate with financial advisors, legal professionals, and nonprofit organizations to maximize the impact of charitable gifts.

More about Senior Philanthropic Advisor jobs
What cities are hiring for Senior Philanthropic Advisor jobs? Cities with the most Senior Philanthropic Advisor job openings:
What states have the most Senior Philanthropic Advisor jobs? States with the most job openings for Senior Philanthropic Advisor jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Senior Philanthropic Advisor jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Senior Philanthropic Advisor jobs are:
Infographic showing various Senior Philanthropic Advisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 72% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,389 per year, or $62.7 per hour.

Senior Philanthropic Advisor

Wells Fargo

San Francisco, CA • Hybrid

$160K - $161K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New


Wells Fargo rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 707 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 170 rated banks


Job description

At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do.

Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.

Banking, Lending, & Trust (BL&T) unlocks access to Wells Fargo Bank products and services to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families based on needs related to banking, custom lending, and trust services. These bank specialists leverage resources, valuable research, relationships, custom solutions, and highly tuned strategies to address clients' unique needs and aspirations.

BL&T further provides guidance on a variety of banking and fiduciary topics including investment management, general trust administration, specialty trusts, custody, tax, specialty assets, regulatory, privacy, ecommerce, deposit relationship and strategy, and business strategies. The section also provides support to the WIM Diverse Segments group, including WIM referral activity.

Trust Services Trust advisors discuss the needs of HNW and UHNW clients and provide personalized advice and wealth and asset management services, including:

Personal trust services

Estate services

Philanthropic services

Closely held asset management

Real estate and loan asset management

Energy asset management

Legacy trust services

Special needs trust services

Managed Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA)

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Philanthropic Advisor...

Working at Wells Fargo | Jobs and Careers at Wells Fargo (wellsfargojobs.com)


Position Summary:

The Senior Philanthropic Advisor serves as a senior subject matter expert and trusted advisor responsible for managing a book of complex philanthropic client relationships. This role partners with high-net-worth individuals, families, family foundations, charitable organizations, and other fiduciary clients to develop and implement charitable strategies that align with their philanthropic values, legacy objectives, and overall wealth planning goals.

The Senior Philanthropic Advisor maintains a deep understanding of the full spectrum of charitable giving vehicles, including private foundations, donor-advised funds, charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts, supporting organizations, and direct charitable gifting strategies. The advisor provides consultative guidance to clients on the benefits, limitations, governance considerations, and tax implications of various philanthropic structures while helping clients achieve their charitable objectives in a thoughtful and impactful manner.

The role requires advanced expertise in charitable funding strategies, including contributions of complex assets such as closely held business interests, restricted and low-basis stock, real estate, and other illiquid assets. The Senior Philanthropic Advisor works closely with clients and their professional advisors to evaluate giving strategies, structure charitable transactions, and navigate the operational, legal, tax, and fiduciary considerations associated with complex charitable gifts.

In addition to serving as a strategic philanthropic advisor, this role leads operational support for fiduciary professionals administering a portfolio of sophisticated client relationships and charitable entities. The Senior Philanthropic Advisor ensures accounts are managed in accordance with fiduciary principles, governing documents, applicable laws, and organizational policies. This includes overseeing ongoing account administration, responding to client needs, mitigating fiduciary risks, coordinating with internal and external partners, and delivering an exceptional client experience.

*Open to additional offices that are in the Bay Area based on office availability. Current work model is hybrid, 3-days in office, 2-days remote.


Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of Fiduciary Products experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience and education


Desired Qualifications:

  • J.D. and/or CTFA and/or CAP

  • Ability to work effectively within a team and build strong working relationships across business channels and at all levels of management.

  • Demonstrate a high level of organizational skills, including time and priority management.

  • Collaborate effectively with relationship team members, client's advisors and other colleagues.

  • Solutions-oriented and able to operate within a diverse, fast-paced environment.

  • Strong conflict resolution skills.

  • Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain difficult financial, tax and legal concepts to internal partners and clients.

  • Ability to independently manage a significant book of business

  • Advanced knowledge of philanthropic and fiduciary solutions

  • Proven ability to influence strategic outcomes while supporting the growth and evolution of the Philanthropic Services business.

Job Expectations:

  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

  • Open to business travel both in-market and regionally

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$167,000.00 - $260,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. VisitBenefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

21 Aug 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visitDisability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.


What Wells Fargo employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


Wells Fargo logo

About Wells Fargo

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets, proudly serves one in three U.S. households and more than 10% of small businesses in the U.S., and is a leading middle market banking provider in the U.S. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 41 on Fortune's 2022 rankings of America's largest corporations. In the communities we serve, the company focuses its social impact on building a sustainable, inclusive future for all by supporting housing affordability, small business growth, financial health and a low-carbon economy.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

1852

Social media