Cambridge Investment Research

Director, Advocacy & Supervision

Cambridge Investment Research$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience supervising Financial Professionals.
  • 4+ years of leadership experience.
  • FINRA Series 7 and 24 required.
  • Series 4, 51, or 53 preferred; additional licenses may be needed as per department requirements.
  • Ability to travel locally, with occasional overnight travel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and mentor associates to foster professional development and accountability.
  • Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with Financial Professionals and internal partners.
  • Drive department effectiveness by directing operations and aligning team objectives.
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives for departmental policies and service standards.
  • Serve as an escalation contact for OSJ Supervisors and Financial Professionals.
  • Review and support supervision activities, ensuring compliance with requirements.
  • Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Benefits

  • Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Vacation/sick time.
  • 401K retirement plan with company matching program.
  • Eleven paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities

Cambridge Investment Group is seeking a Director, Advocacy and Supervision to lead a territory of multiple roles, including Regional Directors, Associate Regional Directors, and Principals, who build and maintain strong relationships with Financial Professionals while balancing advocacy, service, supervision, and regulatory responsibilities. This leader will help drive department effectiveness, strengthen business partnerships, support compliance with industry requirements, and foster a high-performing team focused on exceptional customer service.

What You'll Do
  • Lead, coach, and mentor associates, fostering professional development, accountability, and positive associate experiences that contribute to long-term business success.
  • Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with Financial Professionals, direct reports, and internal partners to deliver exceptional service and support compliance with industry regulations.
  • Drive overall department effectiveness by directing operations, setting priorities, and aligning team objectives with business and competitive strategy.
  • Develop and direct strategic initiatives related to company and departmental policies, procedures, and service standards for internal and external customers.
  • Serve as an escalation contact and trusted resource for OSJ Supervisors, Financial Professionals, designees, and internal partners.
  • Review and support supervision activities, including sales activity, correspondence, and documentation requirements.
  • Identify and lead process improvement initiatives using continuous improvement methods and tools to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Partner across the firm on strategic projects, cross-divisional committees, and task forces as needed.
  • Maintain accurate records, document actions for managed areas, and support budgetary processes as appropriate.
  • Maintain a current working knowledge of industry topics, regulatory requirements, internal programs, firm policies, and departmental procedures.


What We Are Looking For
  • 4+ years of Financial Professional supervision experience.
  • 4+ years of leadership experience.
  • FINRA Series 7, 24 required.
  • Series 4, 51 or 53 preferred; other licenses or certificates may be required as dictated by the department.
  • Ability to travel locally within a specific geographic area, with limited overnight travel outside the area when applicable.


Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Builds transformational relationships with associates, Financial Professionals, and internal partners.
  • Operates strategically, sets clear objectives, and prioritizes work in alignment with business needs.
  • Approaches challenges with curiosity, flexibility, critical thinking, and sound judgment within compliance guidelines.
  • Looks at complex issues from multiple perspectives and anticipates stakeholder needs.
  • Is personally driven to execute on assigned projects and initiatives.
  • Represents the department and company professionally in all internal and external interactions.


Location: Phoenix, AZ, or Fairfield, IA - Hybrid in-office 3 days/week

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success.
  • Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
  • Vacation/sick time
  • 401K retirement plan with company matching program
  • Eleven paid holidays

You can find more details about our comprehensive benefits package here.

About Cambridge Investment Research

Cambridge Investment Research is a privately owned financial services firm that provides a wide range of services to independent financial advisors and their clients. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Fairfield, Iowa. Cambridge Investment Research offers a variety of products and services, including investment advisory services, brokerage services, and insurance products. The company is committed to providing independent financial advisors with the tools and resources they need to help their clients achieve their financial goals. Cambridge Investment Research has been recognized as one of the top independent broker-dealers in the United States.
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