Full-Time

Lead Advisor

Brighton Jones

Brighton Jones

201-500 employees

Wealth management with Personal CFO guidance

Compensation Overview

$150k - $350k/yr

+ Profit Sharing + Restricted Equity Units

No H1B Sponsorship

Stamford, CT, USA

In Person

Remote until a Stamford office is secured; role will be on-site in Stamford, CT.

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management
Requirements
  • A four-year degree is required.
  • Required professional designation: CFP®, CPA, CFA, or JD. If the candidate does not hold the CFP® designation but holds the CPA, CFA, or JD, the candidate must obtain the Series 65 (or equivalent) within 120 days of employment.
  • Six or more years in financial and/or estate planning related work, preferably at a professional financial services company or wealth management firm.
  • Expertise in estate, tax, retirement, insurance, investment, and cash flow/capital needs planning analysis.
  • Unquestioned commitment to integrity in personal and professional activities.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-starter by nature.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, communication and presentation skills.
  • Able to manage heavy workloads and projects, many on a time-sensitive basis, as well as interacting with a tight-knit team of professionals with a range of financial and tax activities.
  • Remote work consideration until an office space is secured; this is a full-time, exempt position.
Responsibilities
  • Act as a Personal Chief Financial Officer for existing and new clients; lead the client relationship, deliver an exceptional experience, and design, implement and manage the wealth management plan that supports clients’ passions and purpose—their Life Plan.
  • Leverage internal and external resources to achieve client objectives in Investment Management, Estate Planning, Tax Planning, Risk Management, and General Planning.
  • Communicate Brighton Jones’s unique value proposition to prospective clients and work to establish Brighton Jones as their trusted financial advisor.
  • Proactively develop and expand relationships within the community.
  • Cultivate and develop deep relationships with custodial retail branches in collaboration with the national team.
  • Create opportunities and represent Brighton Jones at public speaking events including community events, industry events, etc.
  • Lead a local service team with deep collaboration to ensure client retention and satisfaction is high with a relentless focus on remarkable service.
Desired Qualifications
  • Candidates who have a four-year degree.
  • Required professional designation: CFP®, CPA, CFA, or JD. If the candidate does not hold the CFP® designation but holds the CPA, CFA, or JD, the candidate must obtain the Series 65 (or equivalent) within 120 days of employment.
  • Six or more years in financial and/or estate planning related work, preferably at a professional financial services company or wealth management firm.
  • Expertise in estate, tax, retirement, insurance, investment, and cash flow/capital needs planning analysis.
  • Unquestioned commitment to integrity in personal and professional activities.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-starter by nature.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, communication and presentation skills.
  • Able to manage heavy workloads and projects, many on a time-sensitive basis, as well as interacting with a tight-knit team of professionals with a range of financial and tax activities.
  • Remote work consideration until an office space is secured; this is a full-time, exempt position.

Brighton Jones provides wealth management services with a Personal CFO approach aimed at individuals and families. It delivers comprehensive financial planning and ongoing management across areas such as investment management, retirement planning, tax strategies, and estate planning, with a focus on aligning financial resources with personal values and life goals. How it works: clients pay advisory fees—either a percentage of assets under management, fixed fees, or a mix—and receive tailored advice and coordination across all financial aspects, guided by a holistic, fiduciary standard. How it differs from competitors: the firm emphasizes a holistic, person-centered process that integrates emotional well-being and values with financial planning, offering deeply customized planning and proactive coordination beyond traditional fiduciary advice. Goals: help clients thrive by turning complex finances into clear plans that support their life goals and family legacy.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Organic growth to 22 offices, including Atlanta in 2025, boosts AUM to $30B.
  • Jessica Andrews appointed General Manager of Lenora in 2025 strengthens UHNW services.
  • Portfolio diversification into 1031 stocks valued at $4.1B as of September 2025.

What critics are saying

  • Tech concentration in Amazon, Microsoft, Apple triggers 20%+ drawdowns from AI bust.
  • Wealth Enhancement Group acquires Atlanta RIAs, capturing mid-tier clients in 6-18 months.
  • SEC scrutiny on Lenora private investments causes fines and outflows in 18-24 months.

What makes Brighton Jones unique

  • Personal CFO approach aligns wealth with clients' values and passions.
  • Lenora Family Office serves ultra-high-net-worth families with private investments.
  • Employee-owned RIA emphasizes holistic planning beyond traditional advice.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Wellness Program

Company News

CityBiz
Oct 22nd, 2025
Brighton Jones Appoints Jessica Andrews As General Manager

Brighton Jones appoints Jessica Andrews as General Manager. Jessica Andrews Brighton Jones, an independent wealth management firm dedicated to aligning clients' wealth with their values and passions, today announced the appointment of Jessica Andrews as General Manager of Lenora Family Office, Multi-Family Office and Impact. In this role, Jessica will lead Lenora, the Brighton Jones offering for ultra-high-net-worth families whose wealth and purpose are deeply intertwined. Under her leadership, Lenora aims to help families strengthen communication, steward wealth across generations, and drive impact initiatives to make the world a better place. Jessica has spent two decades advising some of the Pacific Northwest's most accomplished families, helping them integrate wealth planning with next-gen education, family alignment, and trust and estate planning. She has served as President and founding executive of a multi-family office and regulated trust company, and as Senior Vice President at Merrill Gardens, a national, family-owned senior housing company. She is also the co-founder of Self Space Seattle, a leading mental health practice built around the belief that meaningful lives are grounded in emotional well-being. Her work across both finance and mental health reflects her long-standing commitment to helping individuals and families thrive in all dimensions of their lives. "Jessica is an emotionally intelligent leader whose experience working closely with some of Seattle's most prominent families makes her a tremendous asset to our team," says Jon Jones, CEO of Brighton Jones. "Ultra-high-net-worth clients require specific services in order to pursue their financial and philanthropic aspirations, and as this segment of our business grows, Jessica's understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing generational and emergent wealth will be invaluable." In 2021, Jessica was recognized on the Puget Sound Business Journal's 40 Under 40 list. She has dedicated her career to preparing the next generation for thoughtful wealth stewardship, designing programs and curriculum that strengthen family unity, and helping family-owned businesses achieve long term success. Adds Andrews, "I am thrilled to join Brighton Jones. The firm's compassion and care for clients and employees, focus on mental well-being, appreciation for clients' lives beyond the balance sheet, and employee-owned business model is a key differentiator. Brighton Jones has a long history of serving ultra-high-net-worth families with exceptional care and insight. I'm excited to join this incredible team and help evolve the offering to anticipate and support the goals of these dynamic families and their next generation." Andrews is based in the firm's Seattle office. She reports to Jones, who previously oversaw this part of the business. About Brighton Jones Brighton Jones is a leading national wealth management firm, with over 5,500 clients and over $30 billion in assets under advisement. They have pioneered a comprehensive Personal CFO approach that partners with clients across their entire balance sheet and beyond to align their resources with their values, passions, and purpose. By transcending traditional financial planning, Brighton Jones empowers every client to pursue a thriving and impactful life - their richer life. Learn more at brightonjones.com. About Lenora Family Office Lenora Family Office, the ultra-high-net-worth offering from Brighton Jones, helps families manage the full complexity of wealth so they can live with greater purpose and clarity. The multi-disciplinary Lenora team builds personalized family office structures tailored to each client's values, needs, and passions, while providing expertise across balance sheet management, tax strategy, liquidity, wealth transfer, and next-gen engagement. Through this work, Brighton Jones enables families to design and carry out Richer Life Legacy Plans that embody and sustain their values for generations to come.

ETF Daily News
Sep 25th, 2025
SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF $SPEM Shares Purchased by Sowell Financial Services LLC

Brighton Jones LLC acquired a new stake in SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF in the fourth quarter worth about $289,000.

ETF Daily News
Sep 21st, 2025
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC Has $23.43 Million Stock Position in Cheniere Energy, Inc. $LNG

Brighton Jones LLC acquired a new stake in Cheniere Energy in the fourth quarter worth about $335,000.

ETF Daily News
Sep 7th, 2025
Raymond James Financial Inc. Decreases Position in iShares Core U.S. REIT ETF $USRT

Brighton Jones LLC acquired a new stake in iShares Core U.S. REIT ETF in the 4th quarter worth about $660,000.

ETF Daily News
Aug 23rd, 2025
Cresset Asset Management LLC Grows Stock Position in Trimble Inc. $TRMB

Brighton Jones LLC purchased a new stake in Trimble in the fourth quarter worth $211,000.