Lead Advisor, Southwest Region

Company Background

Kayne Anderson Rudnick (KAR) is an asset and wealth management firm headquartered in Los Angeles with $70B in Assets Under Management (AUM) and approximately 125 employees. KAR is an affiliate of Virtus Investment Partners, based in Hartford, CT.

Company Philosophy

KAR employs a long-term oriented, quality investment strategy across all investment disciplines. Quality is defined as a company having competitive strengths that allow it to grow and remain successful over time.

Team Approach

KAR values its people, fostering a collaborative and respectful culture where team members are passionate about setting high standards and making the best decisions for clients.

Culture and Awards

• Awarded Best Firm Culture at the 2022 PAM Awards.
• Ranked #3 on Barron’s top 100 investment advisors.
• Ranked #7 of RIA firms by Forbes 2024.
• Wealth for Good Awards – Best Corporate Social Responsibility program.

Position Overview

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• Job Type: Full time
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Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management is seeking a Lead Advisor for their Southwest region. The Lead Advisor will partner with the Managing Director, Business Development Officer (BDO) to develop and manage clients, many of whom are referred via custodial referral programs. The role involves developing client plans, managing relationships, and providing investment advisory, financial planning, and estate and tax planning services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with the BDO to support new business development by attending prospective client meetings and events sponsored by custodian partners.
• Develop strategies to provide a high-quality client experience, aiming to assist the BDO in practice building through referrals and additional funding from existing clients.
• Prepare customized investment proposals in coordination with the BDO and effectively communicate them to clients.
• Provide financial planning advice using the eMoney financial planning platform and other tech stack resources.
• Offer investment advisory services, including asset allocation and investment solutions recommendations.
• Conduct regular client portfolio review meetings and maintain proactive client communication.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in finance or economics.
• CFP, CPA, and/or CFA designation is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in the financial services industry with a focus on wealth advisory client service.
• Demonstrated financial planning/wealth management insight, judgment, and experience.