Responsibilities:
Drives strong advisor line business results across client experience, distribution, operations, and other key metrics.
Attracts and develops highly talented leaders and advisors.
Delivers a strong impact through workstream responsibilities and other special projects.
Cultivates a highly engaged environment and culture for crew.
Sets performance standards, reviews performance, provides feedback.
Manages key stakeholder relationships with Advice and AWM business partners.
Develops and implements changes to departmental policies and procedures to further evolve Mass Affluent Advice. Works closely with other members of management to develop and implement strategic plans. Participates in the development of short and long range strategies for the department.
Responds quickly to industry and internal developments. Assesses what should be communicated to the department, and does so in a timely, accurate and effective manner. Determines the most appropriate method of communication, given the nature of the content.
Analyzes departmental statistics and prepares status reports. Understands the financial dynamics of the business forecast and proactively manages business segment and headcount appropriately.
Periodically works with clients in an advisory/planning role.
Provides technical support to team and business in areas of financial planning. Supports financial advisors in analyzing and resolving client issues and developing solutions.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience, advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of five years progressively responsible and related experience (including supervision of others).
Certified Financial Planner (CFP License) preferred.
Series 7, 63, 66 and 24 licenses or ability to obtain within required timeframe
Extensive knowledge of Vanguard investment offerings
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership and personnel development skills
Proven ability to identify opportunities and execute solutions both strategically and tactically.
Proven ability to develop innovative solutions to complex client situations.
Proven ability to successfully develop strong working relationships with staff and management within Vanguard.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Top Skills
What We Do
We are a community of 30 million who think – and feel – differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. Since our founding in 1975, helping our investors achieve their goals is our sole reason for existence. With no other parties to answer to and therefore no conflicting loyalties, we make every decision—like keeping investing costs as low as possible—with only your needs in mind. Vanguard is one of the world's largest investment companies, offering a large selection of high-quality low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services. Individual and institutional investors, financial professionals, and plan sponsors can benefit from the size, stability, and experience Vanguard offers. As of April 30, 2019, we managed more than $5.6 trillion in global assets. In addition, we have 189 funds in the United States and 225 funds in global markets. For Commenting Guidelines & Important information, visit here: http://vanguard.com/linkedin Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor.
