Role OverviewThe Vice President, Recruiting is responsible for designing, leading, and executing the firm's advisor growth strategy. This executive leader will oversee all aspects of advisor acquisition, including third-party recruiter relationships, internal recruiting resources, advisor referral programs, Regional Vice President recruiting partnerships, and recruiting analytics.
What You Will Do
Develop and execute a comprehensive advisor growth strategy, create and manage a disciplined advisor acquisition process, develop recruiting initiatives targeting experienced independent advisors, breakaway advisors, employee advisors, and strategic branch opportunities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The successful candidate will create scalable processes and strategies that enhance advisor acquisition, improve conversion rates, accelerate advisor productivity, and strengthen Lincoln's position as a destination firm for both wealth management and retirement-focused advisors.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in financial services recruiting advisor acquisition, business development, field leadership, or related growth-oriented roles.
- Proven success recruiting experienced financial advisors, advisory practices, or branches.
- Experience within an independent broker-dealer, RIA, wealth management, retirement services, or related financial services organization.
- Demonstrated ability to build and scale growth initiatives and recruiting programs.
- Experience leading teams and managing external recruiting partners.
- Strong analytical, operational, and strategic planning capabilities.
- Exceptional communication, relationship management, and leadership skills.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
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