Planning Advisor Jobs

Planning Advisor jobs are open across government agencies, financial services, real estate, and consulting firms, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with specializations in urban planning, retirement planning, and strategic development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTIAA
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type41% Remote
Top industryBanking

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Wealth Planning Advisor
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Wealth Planning Advisor
Raymond James
Fort Myers, Florida
Business Analysis
Business Operations
10,000+

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Financial Planning Advisor (Part-time OK, Chinese-speaking) - Los Angeles
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Financial Planning Advisor (Part-time OK, Chinese-speaking) - Los Angeles
Andrew Cao
Chino, California
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Investment Operations
On-Site

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Manager, Wealth Planning Advisor
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Manager, Wealth Planning Advisor
Dalio Family Office
Westport, Connecticut
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$360k - $600k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in law

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Financial Planning Advisor
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Financial Planning Advisor
TIAA
New York, New York
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$84k - $110k/yr
10,000+

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Financial Planning Advisor (Part-time OK, Chinese-speaking) - Los Angeles
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Financial Planning Advisor (Part-time OK, Chinese-speaking) - Los Angeles
Andrew Cao
Los Angeles, California
Accounting
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
On-Site

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Planning Advisor Job Market

Who's Hiring

TIAA2 open roles
Andrew Cao2 open roles
Goldman Sachs2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Chemicals & Materials

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in planning advisor jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in planning, public policy, finance, or a related field
  • Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping roles
  • Experience developing and presenting planning recommendations to clients or stakeholders
  • AICP certification or active candidacy preferred for public-sector and consulting positions
  • Strong analytical skills with experience using data modeling or financial planning tools
  • Two or more years of progressively responsible planning or advisory experience

Tips for Your Planning Advisor Job Search

Tailor your resume to the specialization

Planning advisor roles split between financial planning, urban and land use planning, and strategic business planning. Customize your resume to signal the right track, using the vocabulary and tools that match your target specialization, not a generic one-size-fits-all summary.

Highlight your stakeholder management experience

Planning advisors routinely present recommendations to clients, boards, or government bodies. Your resume should name the specific audiences you have presented to and the scale of decisions your planning work has influenced, not just the technical tools you used.

Pursue a recognized planning certification early

The AICP credential from the American Institute of Certified Planners is a hard filter at many public-sector and consulting employers. If you are still building toward eligibility, note your exam candidacy date on your resume so hiring managers know you are actively pursuing it.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Prepare a scenario-based answer for every phase

Planning advisor interviews typically probe your process from data gathering through recommendation delivery. Prepare at least one concrete story for each phase, including how you handled pushback from a client or decision-maker who disagreed with your recommendation.

Negotiate scope alongside compensation

Planning advisors often have room to negotiate the complexity and autonomy of their portfolio, not just salary. When you reach the offer stage, clarify which projects you would own end to end and which would involve shared oversight, since scope directly shapes career progression here.

Planning Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most planning advisors?

The most active employers for planning advisors right now are TIAA, Andrew Cao, and Goldman Sachs, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at consulting firms, government agencies, and regional planning commissions.

How many planning advisor jobs are remote?

About 64% of planning advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Financial and strategic planning advisory roles are more likely to offer remote flexibility, while urban, land use, and community planning positions typically require on-site presence for fieldwork, public meetings, and agency coordination.

How do you become a planning advisor?

Start by earning a bachelor's degree in urban planning, public policy, finance, or a related field, then gain experience through internships or entry-level analyst roles that involve research, data analysis, and stakeholder communication. Building toward a recognized credential like the AICP strengthens your candidacy for senior advisory positions. Many planning advisors also deepen their expertise through a master's degree in planning or public administration.

Can you get hired as a planning advisor with little experience?

Yes, entry-level planning advisor roles exist and typically look for a relevant degree, strong analytical and communication skills, and demonstrated interest through internships, academic projects, or volunteer work with a planning organization. Framing coursework projects as real planning deliverables, especially any that involved public engagement or data-driven recommendations, helps close the experience gap on your resume.

What does the planning advisor interview process look like?

Most planning advisor interviews include a phone or video screen focused on your background and planning philosophy, followed by a panel or in-person round with scenario-based questions about how you approach a planning problem from data gathering through recommendation. Some employers, particularly consulting firms and government agencies, include a written exercise or case study. Expect questions about how you handle conflicting stakeholder priorities.

Where can I find and apply to planning advisor jobs?

You can find and apply to planning advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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