Manager, Financial Advisors

Vanguard Group, Inc.

$90K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
  • Must obtain SIE, Series 7, 63, & 66 licenses or equivalent within 120 days.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members effectively.
  • Experience managing projects or workstreams independently.
  • Ability to lead through change and uncertainty.
  • Quick to learn and adaptable in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of Mass Affluent Advisors through coaching and performance management.
  • Hire and onboard advisor talent to ensure a robust talent pipeline.
  • Manage a shared book of business prioritizing client satisfaction and retention.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to Advisors and identify trends for improvement.
  • Collaborate with Personal Wealth teams to refine policies and processes.
  • Offer technical support on financial planning and assist Advisors with client issues.
  • Support audit and compliance processes to meet regulatory standards.
  • Champion change initiatives and address escalated issues.

Benefits

  • Engagement in continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Opportunity to be part of a client-focused culture that emphasizes excellence.
  • Collaborative work environment that supports individual growth and team success.
Full Job Description
We're seeking a collaborative and growth-minded leader to manage a team of Advisors in Vanguard's Mass Affluent space. This role focuses on developing advisor talent through coaching, performance management, and strategic support to drive client outcomes. The manager will foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and excellence while partnering across the business to support evolving needs. Success in this role depends on strong relationship-building, a commitment to team development, and the ability to guide others through change.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and develop a team of IC5 Mass Affluent Advisors through coaching, performance management, and goal setting
  • Hire and onboard advisor talent, partnering with HR to build a strong pipeline for Personal Wealth.
  • Manage a shared book of business with a focus on client enrollment, satisfaction, and retention.
  • Provide ongoing feedback and support to Advisors, identifying trends and driving continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate across Personal Wealth teams to enhance policies, staffing plans, and operational processes
  • Offer technical guidance on financial planning and assist Advisors in resolving client issues.
  • Support audit and control processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Champion change management initiatives and resolve escalated issues
  • Contribute to special projects and evolving business needs as assigned


Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience; advanced degree preferred.
  • This job requires the SIE, Series 7,63, & 66 (or equivalent, or ability to obtain within 120 days) regulatory license and/or registration (e.g., FINRA, state, SFC). These will be determined by Compliance based on role specific requirements and responsibilities.
  • Proven ability to coach and develop others to drive outcomes.
  • Comfortable managing projects or workstreams from start to finish.
  • Able to lead through change and ambiguity as the business evolves.
  • Quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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