Financial Advisor Careers in Ohio

Financial Advisor Career in Ohio

Discover financial advisor jobs in Ohio — salary data, licensing requirements, and top firms in Columbus and beyond

62,000+ financial services jobs available across Ohio. Average salary $76,000 - $128,000. Get Series 7 sponsored and launch your career today.

62,000+ Jobs$76,000 - $128,0009% Growth

Financial Advisor Market in Ohio

Key statistics for financial advisor careers across Ohio's major cities

11.8M
Population
62,000+
Financial Services Jobs
$76,000 - $128,000
Avg. Salary Range
9%
Job Growth Rate

Top Financial Hubs in Ohio

Major cities offering the best financial advisor career opportunities in Ohio

Columbus

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

Cleveland

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

Cincinnati

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

Akron

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

Top Firms Hiring in Ohio

Leading financial firms actively recruiting advisors across Ohio

Nationwide Financial

KeyBank

Huntington Bancshares

Fifth Third Bank

Morgan Stanley

Merrill Lynch

Plus hundreds of regional and independent broker-dealers throughout Ohio

Licensing Requirements in Ohio

Required licenses to practice as a financial advisor in Ohio

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.

Series 63

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

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Ohio Financial Advisor Career FAQ

Common questions about becoming a financial advisor in Ohio

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