Manager, Financial Advisors

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

Requirements

• 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.
• 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

Additional Information

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.

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