Wealth Advisor, Portland Maine

Overview

At Wilmington Trust, the Wealth Advisor serves as the primary relationship manager and trusted advisor for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net worth individuals, families, and business owners, helping clients navigate complex financial decisions and achieve their long-term goals.

Acting as the quarterback of the entire wealth relationship, the Wealth Advisor brings together a team of specialists to deliver a coordinated and comprehensive wealth management experience tailored to each client's unique needs.

This role is responsible for developing new client relationships, deepening existing relationships, and leading the delivery of customized planning, investment, trust, fiduciary, banking, and credit solutions.

The Wealth Advisor is a highly visible business partner who collaborates closely with colleagues across Wealth Management and the Community Bank to identify opportunities, enhance client relationships, and ensure a seamless client experience.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the lead advisor and central point of contact for clients, coordinating the delivery of comprehensive wealth management solutions. Act as the "quarterback" of the client relationship by bringing together and leading a team of specialists, including Client Managers, Investment Advisors, Trust Officers, Credit partners, and other subject matter experts.

Develop a deep understanding of each client's financial circumstances, goals, family dynamics, and priorities to create customized wealth strategies. Partner closely with Community Bank leaders, Relationship Managers, and branch teams to identify referrals, uncover opportunities, and provide wealth management expertise to clients and prospects.

Lead client relationship strategy discussions and coordinate ongoing service and planning reviews to ensure solutions remain aligned with clients' evolving needs and objectives. Build, grow, and retain a portfolio of affluent and high-net-worth client relationships through proactive business development, center-of-influence networking, and internal referral partnerships.

Leverage the full capabilities of M&T Bank and Wilmington Trust to deliver integrated banking, lending, investment, fiduciary, and planning solutions. Maintain a disciplined business development process, managing prospect pipelines and relationship activities to support long-term revenue growth.

Foster strong collaboration across Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Private Banking, and Retail Banking teams to enhance the overall client experience. Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with regulatory requirements, bank policies, and risk management standards. Responsible for meeting and maintaining registration requirements under the Federal SAFE Act.

The Wealth Advisor plays a critical role in driving growth across the Wealth Advisory business while strengthening relationships throughout the bank.

Success in this role is achieved not only through new business development and revenue generation, but also through the ability to build trusted relationships, coordinate internal resources, and deliver a highly personalized client experience that reflects the full value of the M&T and Wilmington Trust franchise.

Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years' sales experience in the financial services industry; or, in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 11 years’ higher education and/or work experience. Minimum of 3 years’ sales experience in the high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth client segment. Proven track record of implementing wealth management strategies.

Education and Experience Preferred: CFP, CTFA, CPA designation MBA (Master’s degree in Business Administration) or JD (Juris Doctor) #LI-LA1 #WT M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $116,400.00 - $194,000.00 Annual (USD).

The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location: Portland, Maine, United States of America Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. With roots dating back to the founding of Wilmington Trust Company by T.

Coleman du Pont in 1903, Wilmington Trust has been serving successful individual and institutional clients for more than a century. Wilmington Trust is internationally recognized and has a team of experienced and skilled professionals focused on delivering a high caliber of service to every client relationship. We are proud to be part of the M&T corporate family.

As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time each year. Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do.

We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today!

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