Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Masterworks
Job overview
The Financial Advisor at Masterworks serves as the first point of contact for prospective investors, advising them on investing in blue-chip artwork to diversify their portfolios and supporting the company's growth in democratizing alternative investments.
Responsibilities and impact
The advisor will handle 10-20 pre-scheduled calls daily to educate investors on art investments, use CRM tools to enhance efficiency, provide excellent onboarding experiences, develop new growth strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet business goals.
Compensation and benefits
The role offers health, dental, and vision insurance with FSA options, paid parental leave, PTO, 401k, daily catered lunches, free museum admissions, discounted gym memberships, and social events.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 3-7 years in financial markets or advising, strong communication skills with high-profile investors, interest in alternative assets and macroeconomics, organizational skills, CRM experience is a plus, a competitive mindset, ability to multitask, and a Series 65 license; passion for art business is preferred but not required.
Career development
The role offers extensive training on art as an investment and Masterworks offerings, with opportunities to learn the art market dynamics and advance by outperforming peers.
Work environment and culture
Masterworks has an in-office team based in NYC's Financial District fostering collaboration, innovation, and learning, with a culture focused on disruption and democratizing finance and art.
Company information
Masterworks is a fintech startup enabling investment in shares of high-value artworks, valued over $1 billion, with a portfolio nearing $800 million and over 1 million users, recognized as a top US startup and covered by major media.
Team overview
The Membership Team includes about 15 investment advisors from diverse backgrounds, growing in size, working collaboratively to onboard and advise investors.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Masterworks' offices at One World Trade Center in New York City, with an entirely in-office work environment.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines finance, technology, and art investment, offering a chance to work with blue-chip art assets and leverage fintech tools in a fast-paced startup environment.
Company overview
Masterworks is a pioneering investment platform that allows individuals to invest in shares of blue-chip artwork, democratizing access to high-value art traditionally reserved for wealthy collectors. They make money by acquiring artworks, securitizing them, and selling shares to investors, as well as through management fees and a percentage of profits upon the sale of the artwork. Founded in 2017 by Scott Lynn, Masterworks has grown rapidly, leveraging a team of art market experts and financial professionals to offer a unique blend of art and finance.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 3-7 years of experience in financial markets or financial advising, emphasizing your ability to communicate confidently and professionally with high-profile investors both verbally and in writing.
Stress your strong interest and knowledge in alternative assets, financial markets, and macroeconomics, along with any experience using CRM tools like Hubspot, as these are key to the role at Masterworks.
Apply through multiple channels including the Masterworks corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant fintech or financial advising job boards to maximize your visibility for this Financial Advisor position.
Connect with current employees in the Membership or Investment Advisory teams at Masterworks on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on Masterworks’ recent unicorn status, their innovative approach to democratizing art investment, or asking about their experience working at the intersection of finance and art.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'financial advising,' 'alternative investments,' 'CRM tools,' 'portfolio construction,' 'macro economics,' and 'Series 65 license' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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