Financial Advisor Manager

Develops and manages a team of Financial Advisors or other leaders who provide investment guidance to High Net Worth or Ultra High Net Worth Clients.

Responsibilities

• Hires, evaluates, and supervises crew. Provides guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Sets performance standards, reviews performance, and makes informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Develops and influences departmental policies and procedures to meet business needs. Participates in the development of short and long-term strategies for the department.
• Oversees the management of a combined book of business for clients with an emphasis on retention, net new assets, and referrals.
• Participates in annual business planning and long-term strategic planning for the department.
• Supports advisors or other leaders in analyzing and resolving client planning issues and developing solutions.
• Develops close working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Positions oneself and develops a reputation as one of the primary leaders within the management team.
• Supports management in departmental level changes to policies and procedures. Communicates internal and industry developments to crew within department quickly and accurately.
• Serves as a resource for internal partners regarding all topics of financial planning. Develops extensive knowledge of Vanguard funds, products, and services to help educate and guide clients. Maintains extensive understanding of financial planning, capital markets, and the Financial Services industry.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Eight years of related experience in advice, including supervisory experience.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
• CFP preferred.
• This job requires a regulatory license and/or registration (e.g. FINRA, state, SFC). These will be determined by Compliance based on role-specific duties.
• UK only: Level 6 qualification

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.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC

Job ID: Vanguard-173397

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-01-14T20:13:38