Wealth Management Advisor Jobs in California
Wealth management advisor jobs in California rank among the most active in the country, concentrated in private banking, family offices, independent registered investment advisory firms, and brokerage houses, with openings at every level from associate advisor through senior portfolio manager. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where firms such as Charles Schwab, Wells Fargo Advisors, and Merrill Lynch maintain large California operations. The most in-demand specialties are high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth client management, retirement planning, and estate and tax-efficient wealth transfer. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Wealth Management Advisor (WMA) position is the investment planning and investment and insurance products lead on the Wealth Management Team. The WMA is responsible for facilitating the delivery of strategies and capabilities including portfolio management, trust administration, investment advisory and insurance. WMAs partner with the team to assist clients and families by gaining a thorough understanding of their unique goals and objectives and constructing appropriate goals-based investment portfolios. WMAs advise clients using U.S. Bank's Asset Management Group (AMG) or U.S. Bancorp Investment's open architecture where appropriate, to deliver economic and market views, investment strategy, manager/fund/security research and due diligence, and portfolio construction resulting in tailored investment management and insurance services based upon a client's unique situation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
- Three to five years of experience in a financial sales position, preferably working with the affluent client segment
- FINRA Series 7, 63, 65 or 66 license, and applicable state insurance license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Considerable knowledge in financial planning, including but not limited to goals based planning, asset allocation, retirement planning, and education funding
- Considerable knowledge of the securities industry, including U.S. Bancorp Investments, investment and insurance products and services
- Extensive knowledge of private banking products and services, including credit processes and policies
- Ability to effectively present investment strategies to clients and maintains a holistic approach to planning
- Strong relationship management, sales and new business development skills
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with various computer software programs including the ability to use recommended desktop planning tools and processes
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
BENEFITS:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-VERIFY
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
This role receives an annual base salary between $65,000 and $80,200 depending on the required state minimum plus eligibility for incentives based on employee’s production under the applicable incentive plan.
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
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Wealth Management Advisor Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Citi6

- LPL Financial3

- Mariner2

- Zions Bancorporation2

- Aprio1

Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management12
- Banking & Financial Services8
- Accounting & Auditing2
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
- Insurance1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in wealth management advisor jobs across California.
- Active FINRA Series 65 or Series 66 registration required for California investment adviser representatives
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a closely related field
- FINRA Series 7 license required for roles involving securities sales or brokerage
- CFP designation preferred or required for senior and client-facing advisory positions
- Proven ability to build and retain a book of business with high-net-worth clients
- Proficiency in financial planning software such as eMoney, MoneyGuidePro, or Orion
Wealth Management Advisor Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a wealth management advisor in California?
To work as a wealth management advisor in California, you typically need to register as an Investment Adviser Representative through FINRA and comply with oversight by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Most roles require passing the Series 65 or Series 66 exam, and positions involving securities transactions also require the Series 7. A bachelor's degree in finance or a related field is the standard education baseline, and earning the CFP designation strengthens your candidacy significantly.
How much do wealth management advisors make in California?
Wealth management advisors in California earn a median of about $130,330 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,690 for the lowest 10% to over $393,860 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire wealth management advisors in California?
Employers hiring wealth management advisors in California right now include Citi, LPL Financial, and Mariner, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of high-net-worth households and large technology-sector wealth means both national wirehouses and independent registered investment advisors maintain active hiring pipelines here year-round.
Which California cities have the most wealth management advisor jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Irvine have the most wealth management advisor openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco dominate because of their dense concentrations of high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and major brokerage and private banking operations, while San Diego draws hiring from its growing technology and biotech executive population alongside established wealth management boutiques.
Are there remote wealth management advisor jobs in California?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical fields, since client relationship management often requires in-person contact. About 5% of wealth management advisor openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote work most prevalent in financial planning support, portfolio analysis, and paraplanner roles rather than primary client-facing advisor positions.
How can I get hired as a wealth management advisor in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a paraplanner or associate financial advisor role at an independent registered investment advisory firm or a regional brokerage. Large California employers such as Charles Schwab and Merrill Lynch run structured new-advisor development programs that pair trainees with senior advisors while they build their book. Passing the Series 65 exam before applying gives you a clear edge, and a CFP candidacy enrollment signals long-term commitment to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to wealth management advisor jobs in California?
You can find and apply to wealth management advisor jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring now. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to the employer.
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