Charles Schwab

Director, Retail Fixed Income Service

Charles Schwab • $120K — $150K *
Lone Tree, CO 80124In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in financial services leadership
  • Active FINRA licenses (Series 7, 63/66, 9, 10)
  • Strong understanding of the fixed income landscape
  • Experience in team building and motivation
  • Proven track record in strategic planning
  • Strong management background with HR familiarity
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for influencing leadership

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop six team managers across various locations for Fixed Income services
  • Collaborate with sales teams to meet clients' fixed income needs
  • Provide leadership in recruitment and development of team members
  • Foster a positive work culture focused on employee engagement
  • Drive process improvements for enhanced client experience
  • Ensure compliance and supervision in client-related activities
  • Communicate organizational goals and progress clearly to teams

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead diverse teams
  • Focus on employee engagement and professional growth
  • Collaborative work environment with multiple departments
  • Chance to drive innovation and growth in financial services
  • Execution of strategic initiatives aligned with company objectives
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

Director, Fixed Income Service (Retail)

 

As a Fixed Income Director, you will lead six team managers of Fixed Income professionals across multiple locations, as well as lead our Trade Support team manager. This is an exciting opportunity to be a driver of growth, leadership, and innovation. You will be expected to be a leader in championing our clients’ goals, focusing on the recruitment, retention, and development of our people, displaying leadership courage, and collaboration to drive better results. 

 

Our specialists have close alignment and partnership with the sales teams of Regional Bond Specialists. Our teams provide guidance and support for clients fixed income needs. Typical client interactions range from basic information and trade execution to complex portfolio analysis and construction. Teams conduct consultative and guidance driven conversations.

 

The Trade Support team handles the error resolution for the department including processing and correcting trade errors. They also partner with the trading desk, the FI ops team, the FI Risk team and compliance to reach out to clients who have placed trades online that resulted in an issue that requires additional follow-up.  

What you have

Required Qualifications

  • Represent the Schwab brand and be a brand ambassador in all interactions
  • Design, communicate, implement, and execute strategies in support of organizational goals
  • Establish clear goals and performance expectations and consistently communicate progress against those goals
  • Hold teams accountable for achievement of quantitative and qualitative measures
  • Build and develop a high-performing and diverse team, leveraging complementary skills and abilities. Create a sense of community, which results in sharing of best practices
  • Develop leaders and hold them accountable to developing team members; foster their professional growth on an ongoing basis through effective and regular formal and informal coaching
  • Attract and retain top talent through focus on employee engagement, creation of a positive work culture and a strong orientation to personal growth and development
  • Partner closely with other functions such as product management, trading, marketing, legal, compliance, and supervision
  • Drive for process improvements that lead to improved efficiencies and greater client experience
  • Ensure appropriate supervision of all client-related activities, in partnership with the compliance and supervision teams.

 

Additional Requirements

  • Minimum 10+ years in sales and/or service leadership/financial services capacity.
  • Active FINRA securities licenses - Series 7, 63/66, 9, and 10
  • A strong understanding and grasp of the competitive landscape in the financial services industry, especially related to fixed income and wealth management
  • Experience building teams; ability to motivate and coach experienced, skilled people leader
  • Proven experience at creating a strategic roadmap and vision for teams
  • Strong general management background including familiarity with human resources policies
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship skills. Ability to establish rapport with and influence senior leaders and Schwab colleagues
  • Executive level communication skills, including comfort creating and delivering presentations to varying audiences
  • Ability to listen well, think strategically and creatively to solve problems and generate action through persuasion
  • A strong understanding of key partner functions, such as product management, trading, marketing, supervision, and compliance
  • A bias for action and the ability to overcome obstacles and successfully partner with multiple constituents

 

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

Join Our Team

Explore the numerous career paths available at Charles Schwab and discover how your talents can be utilized to their fullest potential. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring across various disciplines and look forward to adding innovative, driven individuals to our team.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Visit our careers page to review current job openings, submit your resume, and prepare for your interview. At Charles Schwab, your future is waiting. [SEARCH CHARLES SCHWAB JOBS] Join Charles Schwab today and be part of a team that values diversity, innovation, and leadership—where your career can thrive in the exciting world of finance.
Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
NASDAQ
SCHW
* Ladders Estimates

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