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Mid-Level

Financial Planner (Scottsdale, AZ or Salt Lake City, UT)

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Mercer Advisors

Mercer Advisors

Salt Lake City; Scottsdale
Hybrid
Posted April 15, 2026

Job Description

Why Work at Mercer Advisors?

For 40 years, Mercer Advisors has worked with families to help them amplify and simplify their financial lives. How? By integrating financial planning, investment management, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. Today we proudly serve over 31,300 families in more than 90 cities across the U.S. Ranked the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron’s, we are an independent, national fiduciary legally obligated to always act in the best interest of our clients.*

Mercer Advisors offers a distinct work environment that stands out in the financial industry. Our overall employee base and client-facing team are composed of 50% women, reflecting our commitment to diversity. We attract top talent from across the country, with no formal headquarters and flexible working arrangements, allowing us to assemble the best team possible.

Join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the financial lives of families across the country.

* Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets. The Barron’s top RIA ranking is based on a combination of metrics – including size, growth, service quality, technology, succession planning and others. No fee was paid for participation in the ranking, however, Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron’s to use the ranking in marketing. Please see important information about the ranking criteria methodology here.

 

Job Summary:

Financial planning is the foundation of Mercer Advisors. The Financial Planning Group is a centralized team of paraplanners that supports Wealth Management Teams nationwide by creating customized, comprehensive personal financial plans.

This role is responsible for document analysis, data management, financial plan construction, ongoing maintenance, and implementation. Membership in the Financial Planning Group offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to build strong technical expertise in preparation for a career in financial planning or as a future Wealth Advisor.

In this role, you will prepare comprehensive financial planning modules using a variety of industry-leading software and proprietary tools. You will collaborate closely with in-house specialists in investments, tax, estate planning, and insurance solutions. Success in this position requires a genuine passion for financial planning, along with self-motivation, flexibility, strong attention to detail, a process-driven mindset, analytical skills, high follow-through, and excellent communication abilities.

 

Essential Job Functions for this role include:

The Financial Planner’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Preparing financial plans for prospective and existing clients, including:
    • Cash flow and spending plans
    • Investment analysis
    • Retirement projections
    • Social Security analysis
    • Education funding analysis
    • Stock options analysis
    • Estate planning analysis
    • Tax planning
    • Asset protection and risk management needs analysis
  • Partnering with sales teams and advisors to collect and review client documentation required for financial plan preparation.
  • Utilizing financial planning tools such as eMoney, Morningstar, SS Analyzer, Excel, CRM systems, and portfolio analysis tools to develop client financial plans.
  • Collaborating with sales and Wealth Advisor teams to deliver an exceptional, seamless client experience with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
  • Working cross-functionally with teams within Family Wealth Services and Investments to develop integrated client strategies and tailored recommendations.
  • Staying current on financial planning topics, including cash management, investments, wealth transfer strategies, complex retirement planning, Social Security, and tax planning.
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