Careers at Burney · Established 1974

Build a career where fiduciary duty comes first.

For more than five decades, Burney has helped individuals, families, and institutions make more effective investment decisions. We're a team of investors, planners, and advisors who put clients first — and grow careers that last.

Apply directly — no forms, no accounts. Email apply@careersatburney.com or call (951) 599-8729.

  • 50+Years serving clients
  • 2Offices — Reston & Brentwood
  • CNBC FA 100 (2019–2025)
  • $B+Assets under management
Recognized by
  • CNBC FA 100 · 2019–2025
  • Barron's Top 1200 Advisors · 2014–2026
  • Fiduciary since 1974

Why Burney

A firm built for the long term — for clients and careers alike.

We're independent, employee-focused, and disciplined. That combination means your work has real impact, your growth is invested in, and your success compounds over time.

Fiduciary at our core

Every role — from analyst to advisor — serves a single standard: what's best for the client. Do meaningful work you can be proud of.

Real growth, real mentorship

Support for the CFA, CFP®, and CPA designations, structured mentorship, and a clear path from your first role to your next.

Independent & stable

Privately held and free of outside pressure, we make decisions on our own terms — and have for over 50 years.

A genuine team

Small enough to know everyone's name, established enough to offer institutional-grade resources and a real seat at the table.

Our Values

The principles behind every decision we make.

01

Integrity first

We earn trust by doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. Ethical conduct isn't a policy — it's the job.

02

Continuous improvement

We refine our process relentlessly. Curiosity, evidence, and better questions move us forward.

03

Client-centered

Long-term relationships beat short-term wins. We measure our success by our clients' outcomes.

04

Community & mentorship

We invest in each other and in the communities we serve. Teaching and giving back are part of who we are.

Benefits & Perks

We invest in the people who invest for our clients.

Comprehensive health

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with generous employer contributions for you and your family.

Retirement & ownership

401(k) with company match and profit-sharing — we help you build the same long-term wealth we build for clients.

Credential support

Sponsorship and paid study time for the CFA, CFP®, CPA, and other professional designations.

Paid time off

Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and flexibility to recharge and take care of what matters.

Flexible & hybrid

Hybrid schedules and modern offices in Reston, VA and Brentwood, TN built for focused, collaborative work.

Growth & mentorship

Individual development plans, internal mobility, and leaders genuinely invested in your career.

Wellbeing

Parental leave, an employee assistance program, and a culture that respects life outside the office.

Community giving

Volunteer time and matching for the causes and communities our team cares about.

Open Roles

Find your place at Burney.

Explore current openings across investment, wealth, tax, and operations. To apply, email your résumé to apply@careersatburney.com — each role below opens a pre-addressed message. Don't see the right fit? We still want to hear from you.

Life at Burney

In our team's words.

"I came in as an analyst and had a mentor from day one. Five years later I'm advising clients of my own — Burney genuinely invests in you."
Portfolio Analyst → AdvisorReston, VA
"The fiduciary standard isn't a slogan here. It changes how you show up every day, and it makes the work feel like it matters."
Wealth PlannerBrentwood, TN
"It's rare to find a firm this established that still feels like a close team. I know everyone here, and leadership knows me."
Operations AssociateReston, VA

Hiring Process

What to expect when you apply.

We aim to be clear, prompt, and respectful of your time at every step.

  1. 1

    Email your résumé

    Send your résumé and a short note to apply@careersatburney.com, or call us. Every application is reviewed by a real person on our team.

  2. 2

    Intro conversation

    A 30-minute call with our people team to learn about you and answer your questions.

  3. 3

    Team interviews

    Meet the people you'd work with. Expect role-specific discussion and a look at how we think.

  4. 4

    Offer & welcome

    References, an offer, and a thoughtful onboarding designed to set you up for the long term.

Get in Touch

Apply or ask a question — by email or phone.

We don't use an online application form. Send your résumé and a short note to the address below, or call us during business hours. Every message reaches a real person on our team.

Don't see the right role?

We're always interested in exceptional people. Email your résumé and we'll reach out when there's a fit.

Email apply@careersatburney.com