Financial Advisor Careers in Texas

Financial Advisor Career in Texas

Discover financial advisor jobs in Texas — salary data, licensing requirements, and top firms in Houston and beyond

142,000+ financial services jobs available across Texas. Average salary $84,000 - $146,000. Get Series 7 sponsored and launch your career today.

142,000+ Jobs$84,000 - $146,00016% Growth

Financial Advisor Market in Texas

Key statistics for financial advisor careers across Texas's 5+ major cities

30.5M
Population
142,000+
Financial Services Jobs
$84,000 - $146,000
Avg. Salary Range
16%
Job Growth Rate

Top Financial Hubs in Texas

Major cities offering the best financial advisor career opportunities in Texas

Houston

A leading financial center in Texas with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.

Dallas

A leading financial center in Texas with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.

Austin

A leading financial center in Texas with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.

San Antonio

A leading financial center in Texas with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.

Plano

A leading financial center in Texas with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.

Top Firms Hiring in Texas

Leading financial firms actively recruiting advisors across Texas

Charles Schwab

Fidelity Investments

USAA

Frost Bank

Morgan Stanley

Plus hundreds of regional and independent broker-dealers throughout Texas

Licensing Requirements in Texas

Required licenses to practice as a financial advisor in Texas

Series 7

The General Securities Representative license — required to sell stocks, bonds, options, and most securities products.

Series 66

Combines the Series 63 and 65 — covers state securities regulations and investment advisory requirements.Combines the Series 63 and 65 — covers state securities regulations and investment advisory requirements.

Series 63

The Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam — required for state-level securities registration.The Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam — required for state-level securities registration.

CFP

Certified Financial Planner designation — a prestigious credential for comprehensive financial planning.Certified Financial Planner designation — a prestigious credential for comprehensive financial planning.

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