Financial Planning Specialist Jobs

Financial Planning Specialist jobs are open across banking, insurance, wealth management, and financial services firms, at every level from entry-level analyst to senior specialist, with common specializations in retirement planning, tax strategy, and investment advising. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles911+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerRiveron
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type49% Hybrid
Top industryInvestment

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Financial Analyst III Financial Planning Baptist Jacksonville
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Financial Analyst III Financial Planning Baptist Jacksonville
Baptist Health
Jacksonville, Florida
Accounting
Business Analysis
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Managed care organization experience
10,000+

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Financial Planning and Analysis, Finance Technology Leader
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Financial Planning and Analysis, Finance Technology Leader
Aon
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$150k - $185k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Specialist Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis
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Specialist Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis
Deloitte
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
$93k - $155k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
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Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Victoria's Secret
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$87k - $118k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - Dean's Office
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Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - Dean's Office
UCLA Health
Los Angeles, California
Business Analysis
Investment Operations
$109k - $242k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Financial Planning Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Riveron12
  • Edelman Financial Engines12
  • CVS Health9
  • Capital One8
  • Kestra Financial8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management16
  • Insurance10
  • Banking & Financial Services9
  • Healthcare & Medical Services6
  • Education4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in financial planning specialist jobs.

  • CFP designation or active progress toward certification
  • Experience with financial planning software such as MoneyGuidePro or eMoney
  • Series 65, Series 66, or Series 7 securities license
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience building comprehensive financial plans for clients
  • Strong knowledge of retirement accounts, tax planning strategies, and investment vehicles

Tips for Your Financial Planning Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume to planning tools

Hiring managers for financial planning specialist roles scan for specific software like MoneyGuidePro, eMoney, or NaviPlan. Name the platforms you've used and the planning tasks you completed in them, not just generic finance skills.

Lead with your certifications upfront

CFP, ChFC, and Series 65 or 66 licenses carry real weight in applicant review. Put active credentials in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so reviewers don't have to hunt for them before moving on.

Target openings that match your client base

Financial planning specialist roles differ significantly by client type: high-net-worth individuals, mass-market retail clients, or corporate employees. Filter for openings that match the client segment you've worked with to avoid getting screened out early.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists financial planning specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare case-based answers for interviews

Interviewers for financial planning roles frequently ask you to walk through a real client scenario, including how you built a plan, handled objections, and adjusted for life changes. Prepare two or three concrete examples with specific outcomes before your first round.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base

Offers for financial planning specialists often include production bonuses, AUM-based incentives, or trails on managed assets. Understand how the variable component is calculated before accepting, and ask for the payout structure in writing.

Financial Planning Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most financial planning specialists?

Riveron, Edelman Financial Engines, and CVS Health are hiring the most financial planning specialists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at wealth management firms, regional banks, and insurance carriers expanding their planning practices.

How many financial planning specialist jobs are remote?

About 69% of financial planning specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in roles focused on digital financial planning platforms and employer-sponsored benefits advising. Roles that require in-person client relationship management tend to be fully on-site.

How do you become a financial planning specialist?

Start with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics, then obtain a securities license such as the Series 65 or Series 66 to legally provide investment advice. Build client-facing experience at a bank, brokerage, or insurance firm, then pursue the CFP designation by completing the required coursework, passing the exam, and logging the necessary hours of professional experience.

Can you get a financial planning specialist job with little experience?

Entry-level financial planning specialist roles do exist, particularly at large banks, insurance companies, and financial planning firms that run structured training programs. Employers hiring candidates with limited experience typically require a relevant degree, an active or in-progress securities license, and demonstrated client service skills from internships, banking, or insurance roles.

What does the financial planning specialist interview process look like?

Most employers run two to three rounds, starting with a recruiter screen focused on licensing and software experience, followed by a hiring manager interview that includes scenario-based questions about building financial plans or handling client objections. Final rounds often involve a case study or a presentation of a sample financial plan to a panel of advisors or managers.

Where can I find and apply to financial planning specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to financial planning specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, credentials, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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