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Sentinel Asset management
Financial Advisor
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What they do
A Financial Planner or Investment Consultant advises clients on financial plans and investment strategies. Discusses the client's financial objectives, focusing on investment options and products. May be licensed to buy and sell financial products such as stocks and bonds.
$106,908 / year median in Virginia
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Most advisor roles have you building clients from scratch. At Sentinel, seminars are filled, and leads are provided — your job is to walk in, build trust, and close. If you have the skills and the discipline to follow a system that works, this is where you build a career. About the Role You'll educate prospects (many 59+, with $1M+ in assets) through a two-meeting process: discovery first, then a structured plan and close. From there, you're their advisor for life — annual reviews, ongoing trust, long-term relationships. What You'll Do Lead or support seminars that build Sentinel's credibility with prospects Run first meetings focused on discovery and listening, not pitching Present structured financial plans and guide clients to a confident decision Maintain relationships through annual reviews and proactive communication Document meetings to firm and regulatory compliance standards Manage 2-3 client meetings per day once fully ramped What We Provide All leads provided and seminars filled for you Dedicated Paraplanner for plan prep and admin support Hands-on, comprehensive training in Sentinel's process 401(k) with 4% match All overhead covered — marketing, office, admin, seminars Flexible work-life balance Family-oriented culture Top performers earn $250K+ Who We're Looking For Someone who leads with empathy, listens more than they talk, and stays composed under pressure.