Managing Partner, Market Leader
2 days ago
Seattle
Job Description Why Work at Mercer Advisors? For 40 years, Mercer Advisors has worked with families to help them amplify and simplify their financial lives. How? By integrating financial planning, investment management, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. Today we proudly serve over 31,300 families in more than 90 cities across the U.S. Ranked the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron's, we are an independent, national fiduciary legally obligated to always act in the best interest of our clients.* Mercer Advisors offers a distinct work environment that stands out in the financial industry. Our overall employee base and client-facing team are composed of 50% women, reflecting our commitment to diversity. We attract top talent from across the country, with no formal headquarters and flexible working arrangements, allowing us to assemble the best team possible. Join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the financial lives of families across the country. • Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets. The Barron's top RIA ranking is based on a combination of metrics – including size, growth, service quality, technology, succession planning and others. No fee was paid for participation in the ranking, however, Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron's to use the ranking in marketing. Please see important information about the ranking criteria methodology here. Job Summary: This role leads and owns the Seattle market with entrepreneurial autonomy to set and execute a growth strategy, drive client retention across segments, build and develop a high-performing team and winning culture, and contribute as a key member of the firm's 20-person national Managing Partner group. Serving as the face of the firm in the market, the Managing Partner is accountable for personal production, team success, and broader firm impact—contributing to strategic initiatives, cultivating future leaders, and advancing Mercer's long-term growth objectives. This role is ideal for a seasoned advisor-leader who thrives at the intersection of client excellence, sales leadership, and talent development. The Managing Partner, Market Leader embodies the firm's player/coach philosophy. This role combines hands-on client advisory and business development responsibilities with the leadership and development of a high-performing wealth management team. As both a producer and a people leader, the Managing Partner drives organic growth by acquiring new clients, deepening key relationships, and coaching advisors to deliver an exceptional client experience. Essential Job Functions for this role include: • Design and execute on growth strategies that drive sustainable new-client acquisition with a client-centric advisory model – including identifying new sales opportunities, expanding referral pipelines, and building scalable growth mechanisms that align with the firm's strategy., • Organize and mentor Wealth Management team in the region, including regularly scheduled regional meetings, office meetings, or meetings by role. Work side by side with advisor team members to deliver client outcomes and provide feedback, coaching and leadership to ensure strong client satisfaction and retention., • Attract, develop, and retain top talent by building a high-performance team culture that enables individual growth and long-term market success., • Collaborate with dedicated client development professionals to lead the buildout of the market through custodial referral channels, centers of influence, events, and marketing strategies., • Ensure adherence to compliance and regulatory policies as well as company standards of client care., • Help identify and lead the cultural integration of acquired wealth management practices., • Act as a fiduciary, placing client interests and outcomes first., • Manage region for efficient utilization of resources, staffing, operating margins and workflows. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Education: • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation required. In lieu of the CFP, the following certifications may be acceptable: Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Investment Consultant (CIC)., • Advanced knowledge of the industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts, • Superior communication skills, with the ability to effectively present investment, finance, and tax planning solutions to clients, • Advanced knowledge of the economic landscape/general understanding of impact on the Firm and clients, • Experience utilizing financial planning software, • Expert at collaboration and willing to help others, • Sales aptitude and experience is preferred, • Comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements, • Ability to travel up to 20% as required for client meetings, company training, etc. Work Schedule: This professional role requires availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Working Conditions: Hybrid Schedule with a combination of remote and office work in a professional office environment, daytime hours, working inside, standing, and sitting, will be assigned to a workstation, no heavy lifting over 20 lbs. The annualized base salary range for this role is based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skillset, and geographic location where work is performed. In addition to base salary, this position is also eligible to earn an annual bonus and other incentive compensation. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, • Life insurance, • 401(k) contributions, • Health Savings Account (HSA), • Short- and long-term disability, • Additional benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being Base Pay Range$210,000—$250,000 USD Benefits: Mercer Advisors offers a competitive and robust benefit package to our employees. Our benefit programs are focused on meeting all of our employees and their eligible dependents health and welfare needs. We offer the following: • Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, • Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Supplemental Life & AD Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, • Three medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan., • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions on a per pay period basis if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan., • Two comprehensive Dental Plans, • Vision Insurance Plan, • Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care., • 14 Company Paid Holidays with a full week off at Thanksgiving., • Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days, • Employee Assistance Plan, • Family Medical Leave, • Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks), • Maternity benefits utilizing company paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (6 weeks) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time., • Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program, • Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life's challenges and more., • 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match Mercer Advisors provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to age, color, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Mercer Advisors provides equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and employee relations, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you need an accommodation seeking employment with Mercer Advisors, please email . Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. This email is for accommodation requests only. We are unable to respond to general inquiries sent to this email address. Applicants have rights under federal employment laws: • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), • Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA), • E-Verify, • Right to Work If you are a resident of California, learn more about Mercer's California Consumer Privacy Policy here. CCPA Notice at Collection