Full-Time

Senior Planner

Posted on 10/1/2025

D.A. Davidson

D.A. Davidson

1,001-5,000 employees

Wealth management and financial advisory services

Compensation Overview

$160k - $175k/yr

+ Variable Compensation Programs

Seattle, WA, USA

In Person

Travel to retail branches regularly.

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Requirements
  • Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor degree, preferably in business or a related field.
  • Applicable industry experience including specialization in one or more key areas of wealth planning, such as exit planning, business transition or philanthropic planning.
  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation or willingness to complete. J.D. or other academic achievement may be accepted in lieu of CFP designation.
  • 6+ years industry experience in financial/wealth planning and/or some related field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Must be detail-oriented and possess exceptional organizational skills.
  • Ability to organize, analyze, and process client personal and financial data from multiple sources.
  • Ability to delegate and coordinate project workflows to appropriate internal and external partners efficiently and in a timely fashion.
  • Good collaboration skills are critical.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
  • Ability to prioritize workflow with minimal direction.
  • Ability to learn and become proficient with MoneyGuide Pro and eMoney planning tools as well as other financial planning software.
  • Able to work independently and be a self-starter.
  • FINRA Series 7 and 66, or willingness to complete.
  • A willingness to travel for in-person client meetings is required.
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Director of Wealth Planning in the preparation and delivery of planning-based proposals to the firm’s high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients.
  • Day-to-day management and completion of client engagement opportunities as they are assigned.
  • Produce Thought Leadership Capital in the form of white papers, videos and webinars, in the various areas of expertise covered by the Wealth Planning group.
  • Coordinate communication and task management between clients and external client advisors such as attorneys, CPA’s, insurance professionals, etc.
  • Develop strong working relationships with Financial Advisors and provide training and assistance in all aspects of wealth planning.
  • Travel on a regular basis to retail branches is expected.
  • Ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures.

D.A. Davidson & Co. is a financial services firm that provides personalized wealth management and financial advisory support to individuals, families, and businesses in the United States. Its offerings include investment management, financial planning, and trust services, all delivered through a research-based approach that aims to tailor portfolios to each client’s goals. Revenue comes from advisory and asset management fees as well as commissions on financial products. The firm differentiates itself by combining customized, one-on-one guidance with a broad suite of services that cover investments, planning, and trust administration, serving a diverse client base from individuals to business owners. Its goal is to help clients align their portfolios with their financial objectives, protect and grow their wealth, and achieve long-term financial security through disciplined, evidence-based guidance.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Great Falls, Montana

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mobile machinery & equipment M&A activity expanding with MCF Corporate Finance partnership insights.
  • Financial sponsors coverage strengthened by Tim Ludwick's 10+ years of capital advisory experience.
  • Mid-market warehouse automation and logistics consolidation drives advisory mandate opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Stifel and Raymond James aggressively poach technology and M&A bankers, eroding deal flow.
  • BlackRock's Aladdin platform drives 20-30% AUM migration to low-fee robo-advisors by 2027.
  • Ryan Specialty Group's automation-first model displaces D.A. Davidson's traditional advisory role in logistics.

What makes D.A. Davidson unique

  • Employee-owned structure aligns incentives with client outcomes and long-term value creation.
  • Integrated platform spans wealth management, investment banking, and capital markets under one firm.
  • Deep sector expertise in industrials, distribution, and business services with dedicated M&A leadership.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

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