Wealth Management Advisor Jobs in Rhode Island

Wealth Management Advisor jobs in Rhode Island draw consistent demand from the state's deep-rooted financial services and wealth management sector, with hiring concentrated in Providence, Newport, and Warwick. Firms like Fidelity Investments, Citizens Bank, and Amica Mutual maintain a strong presence across the state and regularly seek advisors at both associate and senior levels. The most in-demand specialties include retirement planning, high-net-worth portfolio management, and estate planning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerFidelity Investments
Top citySmithfield, RI
Cities hiring3
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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Fidelity Investments
Manager, Implementation Project Manager - Wealth Client Experience
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Fidelity Investments
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Manager, Implementation Project Manager - Wealth Client Experience
Fidelity Investments
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Accounting
Business Operations
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Fidelity Investments
Trade Service Manager - Wealth Client Experience
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Fidelity Investments
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Trade Service Manager - Wealth Client Experience
Fidelity Investments
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Fidelity Investments
Senior Manager, Implementation Project Manager - Wealth Client Experience
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Fidelity Investments
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Senior Manager, Implementation Project Manager - Wealth Client Experience
Fidelity Investments
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Accounting
Business Operations
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Fidelity Investments
Principal Solutions Architect - FI Wealth Management Technology
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Fidelity Investments
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Principal Solutions Architect - FI Wealth Management Technology
Fidelity Investments
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Product Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
10,000+

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Citizens
Wealth Advisor - Johnston, RI
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Citizens
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Wealth Advisor - Johnston, RI
Citizens
Johnston, Rhode Island
Accounting
Business Operations
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Wealth Management Advisor Jobs by City in Rhode Island

Where Rhode Island roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Smithfield
8 jobs
Johnston
3 jobs
Providence
1 job

Wealth Management Advisor Job Market in Rhode Island

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

Who's Hiring

  • Fidelity Investments
    Fidelity Investments8
  • Citizens
    Citizens2
  • Bank of America
    Bank of America1
  • T
    TMP - Boston - Citizens Bank- Perengo1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management6
  • Banking & Financial Services1

What Rhode Island Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in wealth management advisor jobs across Rhode Island.

  • Active FINRA Series 65 or Series 66 registration recognized in Rhode Island required
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a closely related field
  • CFP designation or active progress toward Certified Financial Planner certification preferred
  • Proven experience building and managing client portfolios in a fiduciary capacity
  • Strong knowledge of retirement planning, estate planning, and tax-advantaged investment strategies
  • Excellent client relationship and consultative sales skills with a book of business preferred

Wealth Management Advisor Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a wealth management advisor in Rhode Island?

To work as a wealth management advisor in Rhode Island, you need to pass the FINRA Series 65 exam to register as an Investment Adviser Representative, or the Series 7 and Series 66 exams if you plan to work with a broker-dealer. Registration is coordinated through the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation's Securities Division. Most employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business, and many pursue the CFP designation to strengthen their credentials.

How much do wealth management advisors make in Rhode Island?

Wealth management advisors in Rhode Island earn a median of about $80,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,670 for the lowest 10% to over $164,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire wealth management advisors in Rhode Island?

Companies currently hiring wealth management advisors in Rhode Island include Fidelity Investments, Citizens, and Bank of America, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Rhode Island's concentration of regional banks, independent RIAs, and insurance-affiliated advisory firms means opportunities appear across both large national platforms and locally rooted practices.

Which Rhode Island cities have the most wealth management advisor jobs?

Smithfield, Johnston, and Providence have the most wealth management advisor openings in Rhode Island. Providence anchors demand as the state's financial and commercial center, home to major bank branches, RIA firms, and insurance headquarters, while Newport's affluent coastal communities support demand for high-net-worth and estate planning specialists, and Warwick draws openings from suburban office corridors tied to Providence metro employers.

Are there remote wealth management advisor jobs in Rhode Island?

Yes, but they're relatively limited. About 0% of wealth management advisor openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting that the role centers heavily on client relationships that most firms prefer to maintain in person. The functions most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are financial planning analysis, portfolio review, and back-office advisory support rather than client-facing relationship management roles.

How can I get hired as a wealth management advisor in Rhode Island with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is joining a large Rhode Island-based firm as a financial planning associate or client services associate, then building toward a full advisor role. Citizens Bank and Fidelity Investments' Providence-area offices regularly bring on associates in supporting roles that transition into advisory tracks. Completing the Series 65 exam and pursuing CFP coursework while in an entry role gives candidates a clear edge, and laterals from banking, insurance sales, or financial analyst positions at Rhode Island firms are common stepping stones.

Where can I find and apply to wealth management advisor jobs in Rhode Island?

You can find and apply to wealth management advisor jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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