Wealth Management Associate Jobs in California
Wealth Management Associate jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in private banking, registered investment advisory firms, and family offices serving the state's high-net-worth population, with openings at every level from entry-level client service roles through senior portfolio support positions. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where firms such as Wells Fargo Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Charles Schwab maintain significant operations. The most in-demand specialties are financial planning support, client relationship management, and investment portfolio analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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A path for every ambition.
At HUB, we believe the best work happens when people are given real space to grow and then given the autonomy to exercise it. We power progress and protect ambition: for the clients who count on us, and equally for the people who make that possible every day.
We’re creative thinkers and determined doers, guided by values that show up in how we work together: with empathy, adaptability, accountability and a genuine commitment to one another’s success. We foster bold ideas, celebrate curiosity and share what we know. Because when people grow, the work they do grows with them.
Our purpose is deeply human: to help people navigate the world on their terms, at their speed, toward their future. We hold that same commitment to the people building careers here.
Whether you’re starting out or leveling up, you’ll find the resources to evolve, the support to take on more and a team ready to back you at every stage.
Your ambition has a home here.
IGNITE YOUR PASSION * IMPACT WHAT MATTERS
WHO WE ARE.
Breaking Boundaries for 25 years - and counting.
The world is rapidly changing, and HUB is here to advise businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. With more than 600 HUB offices across North America, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep, and one-of-a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community.
WE LOVE OUR PEOPLE & OUR PEOPLE LOVE US.
We have the competitive, exciting, and friendly work environment you are seeking. We strategically position our employees for longevity and success by investing in their future and providing continuous opportunities for growth and development. Join us in taking the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse, challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction. We welcome ALL candidates and are proud of our wonderfully diverse employee population.
WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU.
We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help you reach your health, retirement, and professional goals. Our suite of benefits includes PPOs, HMO, HSA, FSA, vision coverage, dental coverage, pet insurance, paid time off, a generous 401k plan and more!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Operations Manager, Wealth Management develops and implements operational policies and procedures for the Wealth Management division’s client service team and oversees the timely completion of projects and client deliverables. This role manages and mentors the team responsible for account maintenance, client onboarding, and CRM management, helps the team operate within the RIA’s compliance program, and maintains a foundational understanding of the investment management process to collaborate effectively with the Wealth Management team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate strategic and operational objectives for the Wealth Management client service team.
- Implement and review operational policies and procedures.
- Coordinate the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation of new operational policies and procedures.
- Perform quality control reviews of team deliverables and ensure they meet firm quality standards before submission.
- Coordinate with firm partners and team members to keep projects on track against requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
- Establish effective project and team communication plans and ensure their execution.
- Meet with team members to identify and resolve issues and serve as a liaison between the team and the management team.
- Prepare status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information, and assist with post-project evaluations to identify what worked and what did not.
- Support new business activities and account implementation, as assigned.
- Assist firm partners in recruiting, training, and supervising client service staff.
- Identify and implement ways to improve service quality, operational efficiency, and the client and advisor experience.
Client Service Team Oversight
- Maintain a working knowledge of high-touch client service standards and the department's technology platforms (e.g., Schwab Advisor Center, Fidelity Wealthscape, Orion Advisor, CRM) in order to effectively train and support the client service team.
- Ensure proactive communication practices are followed so that client correspondence and inquiries receive timely responses.
- Guide the team in assisting clients regarding account status, money movement, account services, and new technology.
- Oversee account document completion and client onboarding processes.
- Ensure client notes, data, and documents are accurately maintained within the firm's CRM system and digital files, in accordance with firm recordkeeping requirements.
- Support the creation and production of materials needed for client meetings.
- Provide cross-training to team members and assist with other operational functions as required.
- Understand the end-to-end client service lifecycle in order to support holistic planning and implementation.
Compliance Support
- Operate within the RIA's compliance program by ensuring that client service workflows, onboarding, and account maintenance follow its policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with the RIA's compliance team on questions and policy updates, and promptly escalate compliance concerns, errors, and policy exceptions.
- Support compliance reviews and audits by gathering documentation and responding to requests and track remediation items through completion.
Investment Operations & Trading Support
- Coordinate across client onboarding, account maintenance, and custodian interactions to ensure seamless execution of client requests and back-office functions, using working knowledge of custodial platforms (e.g., Schwab, Fidelity) and internal CRM systems to troubleshoot or escalate service issues.
- Maintain a working knowledge of trade execution and account rebalancing processes in order to support the investment operations function.
- Other ad hoc duties, as assigned.
Operations Manager Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or qualified experience.
- Prior experience in wealth management, financial services, or a related client service environment preferred.
- Compliance background or working knowledge of investment adviser compliance requirements preferred, with the ability to follow and apply established compliance policies and procedures.
- Investment adviser representative (IAR) registration or qualification preferred, ideally through the Series 65; or the Series 7 and Series 66 together.
- Knowledge of organizational effectiveness, operations management, and business and financial principles.
- Familiarity with wealth management technology platforms (e.g., Schwab Advisor Center, Fidelity Wealthscape, Orion Advisor, Redtail, Microsoft Dynamix) preferred.
- Foundational understanding of the investment management process, including trading, rebalancing, and custodial platforms.
- Leadership ability, with experience mentoring, training, and supervising staff, and the ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Outstanding organizational skills with extraordinary attention to detail.
- Possesses strong ethics and sound judgment, with the ability and dedication to maintain high confidentiality of personally identifiable client and firm information and to escalate compliance concerns appropriately.
The expected annual salary for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD AN AMAZING FUTURE.
We want to meet you! Apply today and start your journey to a better tomorrow.
What we offer you
We invest in your growth. HUB offers structured training, licensing support, and ongoing development opportunities designed to accelerate your career. Benefits and programs vary based on employment status, role, location, and applicable eligibility requirements.
- Competitive pay with comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings matching, and company-paid life and disability plans
- Generous paid time off, paid parental leave and a wellbeing program designed to support real work/life balance
- A collaborative, high-performing culture with meaningful engagement, community impact through HUB Gives and genuine room to grow your career
The HUB difference
HUB International is one of North America’s largest insurance brokers, delivering risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management solutions to businesses and individuals across the United States and Canada — through locally led teams backed by national expertise, giving you the agility of a local partner and the reach of a global organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity: HUB International Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations: HUB International Limited is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our career site, complete an application, or participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact the Recruiting Team at HUBRecruiting@HUBInternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used to inquire about the status of an application.
E-Verify: HUB International Limited participates in E-Verify. Please refer to Our Recruiting Process | Applicant Notices: E-Verify Program for additional information.
A path for every ambition.
At HUB, we believe the best work happens when people are given real space to grow and then given the autonomy to exercise it. We power progress and protect ambition: for the clients who count on us, and equally for the people who make that possible every day.
We’re creative thinkers and determined doers, guided by values that show up in how we work together: with empathy, adaptability, accountability and a genuine commitment to one another’s success. We foster bold ideas, celebrate curiosity and share what we know. Because when people grow, the work they do grows with them.
Our purpose is deeply human: to help people navigate the world on their terms, at their speed, toward their future. We hold that same commitment to the people building careers here.
Whether you’re starting out or leveling up, you’ll find the resources to evolve, the support to take on more and a team ready to back you at every stage.
Your ambition has a home here.
IGNITE YOUR PASSION * IMPACT WHAT MATTERS
WHO WE ARE.
Breaking Boundaries for 25 years - and counting.
The world is rapidly changing, and HUB is here to advise businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. With more than 600 HUB offices across North America, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep, and one-of-a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community.
WE LOVE OUR PEOPLE & OUR PEOPLE LOVE US.
We have the competitive, exciting, and friendly work environment you are seeking. We strategically position our employees for longevity and success by investing in their future and providing continuous opportunities for growth and development. Join us in taking the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse, challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction. We welcome ALL candidates and are proud of our wonderfully diverse employee population.
WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU.
We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help you reach your health, retirement, and professional goals. Our suite of benefits includes PPOs, HMO, HSA, FSA, vision coverage, dental coverage, pet insurance, paid time off, a generous 401k plan and more!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Operations Manager, Wealth Management develops and implements operational policies and procedures for the Wealth Management division’s client service team and oversees the timely completion of projects and client deliverables. This role manages and mentors the team responsible for account maintenance, client onboarding, and CRM management, helps the team operate within the RIA’s compliance program, and maintains a foundational understanding of the investment management process to collaborate effectively with the Wealth Management team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate strategic and operational objectives for the Wealth Management client service team.
- Implement and review operational policies and procedures.
- Coordinate the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation of new operational policies and procedures.
- Perform quality control reviews of team deliverables and ensure they meet firm quality standards before submission.
- Coordinate with firm partners and team members to keep projects on track against requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
- Establish effective project and team communication plans and ensure their execution.
- Meet with team members to identify and resolve issues and serve as a liaison between the team and the management team.
- Prepare status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information, and assist with post-project evaluations to identify what worked and what did not.
- Support new business activities and account implementation, as assigned.
- Assist firm partners in recruiting, training, and supervising client service staff.
- Identify and implement ways to improve service quality, operational efficiency, and the client and advisor experience.
Client Service Team Oversight
- Maintain a working knowledge of high-touch client service standards and the department's technology platforms (e.g., Schwab Advisor Center, Fidelity Wealthscape, Orion Advisor, CRM) in order to effectively train and support the client service team.
- Ensure proactive communication practices are followed so that client correspondence and inquiries receive timely responses.
- Guide the team in assisting clients regarding account status, money movement, account services, and new technology.
- Oversee account document completion and client onboarding processes.
- Ensure client notes, data, and documents are accurately maintained within the firm's CRM system and digital files, in accordance with firm recordkeeping requirements.
- Support the creation and production of materials needed for client meetings.
- Provide cross-training to team members and assist with other operational functions as required.
- Understand the end-to-end client service lifecycle in order to support holistic planning and implementation.
Compliance Support
- Operate within the RIA's compliance program by ensuring that client service workflows, onboarding, and account maintenance follow its policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with the RIA's compliance team on questions and policy updates, and promptly escalate compliance concerns, errors, and policy exceptions.
- Support compliance reviews and audits by gathering documentation and responding to requests and track remediation items through completion.
Investment Operations & Trading Support
- Coordinate across client onboarding, account maintenance, and custodian interactions to ensure seamless execution of client requests and back-office functions, using working knowledge of custodial platforms (e.g., Schwab, Fidelity) and internal CRM systems to troubleshoot or escalate service issues.
- Maintain a working knowledge of trade execution and account rebalancing processes in order to support the investment operations function.
- Other ad hoc duties, as assigned.
Operations Manager Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or qualified experience.
- Prior experience in wealth management, financial services, or a related client service environment preferred.
- Compliance background or working knowledge of investment adviser compliance requirements preferred, with the ability to follow and apply established compliance policies and procedures.
- Investment adviser representative (IAR) registration or qualification preferred, ideally through the Series 65; or the Series 7 and Series 66 together.
- Knowledge of organizational effectiveness, operations management, and business and financial principles.
- Familiarity with wealth management technology platforms (e.g., Schwab Advisor Center, Fidelity Wealthscape, Orion Advisor, Redtail, Microsoft Dynamix) preferred.
- Foundational understanding of the investment management process, including trading, rebalancing, and custodial platforms.
- Leadership ability, with experience mentoring, training, and supervising staff, and the ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Outstanding organizational skills with extraordinary attention to detail.
- Possesses strong ethics and sound judgment, with the ability and dedication to maintain high confidentiality of personally identifiable client and firm information and to escalate compliance concerns appropriately.
The expected annual salary for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD AN AMAZING FUTURE.
We want to meet you! Apply today and start your journey to a better tomorrow.
What we offer you
We invest in your growth. HUB offers structured training, licensing support, and ongoing development opportunities designed to accelerate your career. Benefits and programs vary based on employment status, role, location, and applicable eligibility requirements.
- Competitive pay with comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings matching, and company-paid life and disability plans
- Generous paid time off, paid parental leave and a wellbeing program designed to support real work/life balance
- A collaborative, high-performing culture with meaningful engagement, community impact through HUB Gives and genuine room to grow your career
The HUB difference
HUB International is one of North America’s largest insurance brokers, delivering risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management solutions to businesses and individuals across the United States and Canada — through locally led teams backed by national expertise, giving you the agility of a local partner and the reach of a global organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity: HUB International Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations: HUB International Limited is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our career site, complete an application, or participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact the Recruiting Team at HUBRecruiting@HUBInternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used to inquire about the status of an application.
E-Verify: HUB International Limited participates in E-Verify. Please refer to Our Recruiting Process | Applicant Notices: E-Verify Program for additional information.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Wealth Management Associate Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- JPMorganChase51
- U.S. Bank11
- Goldman Sachs7
- Morgan Stanley7
- Bank of America6
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
- Banking & Financial Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in wealth management associate jobs across California.
- Active FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 licenses required or must obtain within 90 days
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field
- One to three years of experience in financial services, banking, or investment advisory support
- Proficiency with CRM platforms and financial planning software such as Salesforce or eMoney
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing and internal reporting tasks
- CFP candidacy or progress toward a Certified Financial Planner designation preferred
Wealth Management Associate Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a wealth management associate in California?
Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business alongside FINRA licensing, typically the Series 7 and Series 66 exams administered by FINRA and registered through the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Candidates pass these exams while sponsored by a hiring firm. Many California wealth management firms also value progress toward the Certified Financial Planner designation, and some larger institutions offer structured associate programs that combine licensing support with on-the-job training.
How much do wealth management associates make in California?
Wealth management associates 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 associates in California?
Employers hiring wealth management associates in California right now include JPMorganChase, U.S. Bank, and Goldman Sachs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's deep concentration of high-net-worth individuals and venture-backed wealth means both national wirehouses and boutique registered investment advisors maintain consistent hiring across the state.
Which California cities have the most wealth management associate jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego have the most wealth management associate openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its concentration of technology wealth, venture capital, and established private banking offices, while Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment industry clients and large wirehouse branch networks, and San Diego supports steady demand through its growing number of independent registered investment advisory firms and affluent coastal clientele.
Are there remote wealth management associate jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles because client relationship work often requires in-person or hybrid presence. About 59% of wealth management associate openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the client-facing nature of much of the work. The tasks most frequently performed remotely are financial plan preparation, portfolio reporting, and CRM data management rather than direct client meetings.
How can I get hired as a wealth management associate in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a large California wirehouse or bank as a client associate or financial advisor trainee, roles that Wells Fargo Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Charles Schwab run as structured new-associate programs with built-in FINRA licensing sponsorship. Candidates who start in bank branch roles, operations, or personal banking at California retail banks often move laterally into wealth management support. Completing the Series 7 exam before applying, even without sponsorship through a community college-affiliated program, gives candidates a clear edge in California's competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to wealth management associate jobs in California?
You can find and apply to wealth management associate jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target city, and apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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