Director of Advisory Service and Support

Responsibilities:
The Director of Advisor Support will play a critical role in leading and overseeing our support team dedicated to assisting Financial Advisors.

1. Team Leadership: Oversee a dedicated team responsible for providing comprehensive support to Financial Advisors. Ensure the team delivers highquality service and support.
   
2. Training Development: Collaborate with your team to design and deliver three weekly training sessions aimed at enhancing Financial Advisors understanding of investment products client account servicing and professional development.
   
3. Problem Resolution: Work closely with your team to identify and resolve issues Financial Advisors encounter aiming to deliver effective solutions that address their needs.
   
4. Process Improvement: Partner with senior leadership to review and improve existing support processes and develop new procedures aimed at enhancing Advisor support.
   
5. Compliance Coaching: Guide Financial Advisors on adherence to compliance regulations and standards ensuring they operate within legal and ethical guidelines.
   
6. Collaboration: Maintain a strong working relationship with the Director of BrokerDealer Support to ensure a cohesive approach to Advisor support and role clarity.
   

Requirements

Qualifications:

Please note the following items with the understanding that the items deemed required are a must have for the position and candidates without these items will not be reviewed. Items indicated as Preferred will allow candidates to stand out.

1. Professional Certification:
   
1. Series 65 License Required
   
2. Series 9/10 and/or Series 24 Preferred
   
3. Certified Financial Planner License (CFP) Preferred
   
4. Life & Health License Preferred
   
2. Experience & Skills:
   
1. Experience in a Leadership Role supporting Financial Advisors at a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) or BrokerDealer Required
   
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Required
   
3. Familiarity with various custodians platforms and products e.g. Fidelity Investments Charles Schwab Interactive Brokers eMoney etc.
   
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
   
3. Education:
   
1. Bachelors Degree Required
   
2. Bachelor s Degree in Finance Business Administration etc. Preferred
   
3. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g. CFP MBA) Preferred
   

Benefits