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Wealth Assistant Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Associate Wealth Architect

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$21.75 - $25/hr

The Associate Wealth Architect works directly with the Wealth Architects and clients to assist with wealth management and financial planning. This position is responsible for providing support to and ...

Wealth Advisor

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$110 - $165/hr

## Wealth AdvisorApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Pasadena, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience.* Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

San Jose, CA · On-site

$165 - $175/hr

... * Assist with the timely completion and submission of all client‑related transaction requests ... Proficiency in all Wealth Planner functions * Proven leader, decision‑maker, and subject matter ...

Wealth Advisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

## Wealth AdvisorApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Los Angeles, CAtime type: Full timeposted on ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience.* Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

The Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention by meeting ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

The Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention by meeting ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$165 - $175/hr

## Wealth AdvisorApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Los Altos, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience.* Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

The Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention by meeting ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

The Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention by meeting ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$165K - $175K/yr

The Principal Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$165K - $175K/yr

The Principal Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140 - $160/hr

The Wealth Advisor leads client meetings, collaborates across departments to meet client needs ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

Wealth Advisor

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

The Wealth Advisor serves as a key relationship manager, ensuring high client retention by meeting ... Proactively interact with clients and lead team to create a spectacular client experience. * Assist ...

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How much do wealth assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for wealth assistant in California is $29.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.71 and $34.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wealth assistant?

A Wealth Assistant supports financial advisors or wealth managers in managing client accounts, financial planning, and administrative tasks. They help with investment research, preparing reports, and ensuring clients receive excellent service. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a solid understanding of financial principles. Wealth Assistants play a key role in maintaining client relationships and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in a financial advisory or wealth management firm.

What does a wealth assistant do?

A typical day for a Wealth Assistant involves supporting wealth advisors by preparing client reports, handling account documentation, scheduling meetings, and responding to client inquiries. Wealth Assistants collaborate closely with both advisors and clients, often acting as a liaison to ensure smooth communication and efficient service delivery. They may also assist with portfolio updates, client onboarding, and maintaining compliance records. This role requires frequent teamwork with internal staff as well as direct communication with clients, making relationship management and organizational skills particularly important. As a Wealth Assistant, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring a positive client experience and the smooth operation of the wealth management team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wealth assistant?

To thrive as a Wealth Assistant, you need a strong grasp of financial principles, account management, and client service, often supported by a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with financial planning software, portfolio management systems, and relevant certifications such as the Series 65 or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) is advantageous. Attention to detail, discretion, organizational skills, and proactive communication help candidates excel in this client-facing support role. Mastery of these skills ensures efficient support for wealth managers, accurate handling of client assets, and the ability to build lasting client relationships.

What are the most commonly searched types of Wealth jobs in California?

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What cities in California are hiring for Wealth Assistant jobs?

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Infographic showing various Wealth Assistant job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $61,029 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Senior Financial Planner/Wealth Strategist - KAR

Virtus Investment Partners, Inc

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$115 - $140/hr

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Job description

Job Overview

Although we value experience and skills, we also care about who you are. We strive to surround ourselves with good people that share our values, work hard, and support each other as a team and as individuals.

Kayne Anderson Rudnick (KAR) was founded in 1984 to oversee the family capital of John Anderson. Over time, the firm expanded its services to include high-net‑worth individuals, public entities, corporations, endowments, and foundations. Headquartered in Los Angeles, KAR is a distinguished asset and wealth‑management firm with over $50billion in assets under management and a national team of 135 employees.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Design comprehensive, personalized financial plans, estate reviews, and tax analyses for high‑net‑worth clients.
  • Partner with Wealth Advisors in delivering holistic financial plans and participating in client meetings to discuss results and strategies for building and preserving multigenerational wealth.
  • Assist Financial Planners in updating client plans, conducting diverse planning analyses, and researching emerging topics that impact client financial well‑being.
  • Contribute to internal and external projects aimed at enhancing client outcomes, firm marketing, and expanding our holistic planning capabilities.
  • Review client deliverables prepared by Financial Planners, ensuring quality and alignment with clients’ long‑term goals.
  • Conduct research on planning strategies, tax laws, regulations, and best practices to support innovative, client‑focused solutions.
  • Track client progress, prepare analytical reports, and celebrate milestones that reflect successful wealth preservation and growth.
  • Provide ongoing education to advisors on current tax law and holistic planning strategies relevant to individuals, trusts, and small businesses.
Key Qualifications
  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation required; additional credentials such as CPA, EA, or MBA are preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in accounting, finance, or economics.
  • 5‑8+ years of experience delivering financial plans and analysis for high‑net‑worth (HNW) and ultra‑high‑net‑worth (UHNW) clients.
  • Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and wealth management in a client‑facing role.
  • Experience preparing taxes for HNW and UHNW clients is preferred.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills, including effective presentation abilities.
  • Proven relationship‑building skills with high‑net‑worth individuals, both in‑person and online, to present financial planning concepts and provide client advice.
  • Ability to collaborate constructively within a team‑oriented environment and manage priorities to meet established goals for financial planning deliverables.
  • Strong desire to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial small‑company setting, taking initiative and embracing diverse responsibilities.
  • High ethical standards, financial planning expertise, investment skills, and sound judgment.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and familiarity with eMoney and Holistiplan software is a plus.
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card holder) required; we are unable to sponsor work visas or provide support for OPT/CPT programs.
Benefits
  • Competitive pay and performance‑based bonuses.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting day1).
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Health Savings Account with company match.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, including dependent care.
  • Wellness program.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • 24‑hour employee assistance program.
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Paid family care time.
  • Paid volunteer days.
Location & Travel

This role is based in Century City, CA with up to 20% travel.

Compensation

Base salary range: $115,000–$140,000. Total compensation, including bonuses and incentives, averages $125,000–$175,000.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

KAR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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