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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Overview

Open roles21+
Top employerCiti
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring13
Work type95% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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U.S. Bank
Wealth Management Advisor
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U.S. Bank
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Wealth Management Advisor
U.S. Bank
Beverly Hills, California
Finance
Accounting
Sales
Customer Success
Consulting & Professional Services
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$65k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Charles Schwab
Associate Wealth Advisor
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Charles Schwab
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Associate Wealth Advisor
Charles Schwab
Irvine, California
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Consulting & Professional Services
Account Management
$44 - $58/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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CliftonLarsonAllen
Senior Wealth Advisor
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CliftonLarsonAllen
Added 1w ago
Senior Wealth Advisor
CliftonLarsonAllen
Century City, California
Finance
Accounting
Consulting & Professional Services
Tax
Account Management
$112k - $221k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Mariner
Wealth Advisor
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Mariner
Added 2w ago
Wealth Advisor
Mariner
Los Angeles, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Consulting & Professional Services
Account Management
$70k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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The Baldwin Group Colleague, Inc.
Wealth Advisor - The Baldwin Group Financial Services
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The Baldwin Group Colleague, Inc.
Added 3w ago
Wealth Advisor - The Baldwin Group Financial Services
The Baldwin Group Colleague, Inc.
Irvine, California
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Customer Service
Business Development
Account Management
$80k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's

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Wealth Management Advisor Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
4 jobs
San Francisco
4 jobs
Irvine
2 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
Beverly Hills
1 jobs
Century City
1 jobs
Chino Hills
1 jobs
Concord
1 jobs
North Berkeley
1 jobs

Wealth Management Advisor Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi6
  • LPL Financial
    LPL Financial3
  • Mariner
    Mariner2
  • Zions Bancorporation
    Zions Bancorporation2
  • Aprio
    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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