Regional Business Support Manager

Janney Montgomery Scott LLC•Naples, FL

43d

About The Position

Janney is an award-winning full-service financial services firm committed to understanding our clients' needs and providing advice beyond investments. We are equally committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where employees can use their talents to thrive and grow professionally with the firm. The Regional Business Support Manager works closely with the Regional Director, Complex Directors, Branch Office Managers and their staff to execute on the Region’s business objectives. In addition, this position will liaise with key stakeholders including Private Client Group Administration [PCGA], Legal, Compliance, Human Resources, Operations, Wealth Management and other departments as required to coordinate and/or resolve operational staffing, financial advisor recruiting, and various other business matters within the assigned region.

Requirements

Five or more years’ experience in financial services, preferably in a broker-dealer environment.
Bachelor’s degree in business or finance strongly preferred, but not required
An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources and Management
FINRA SIE, Series 7 and 66 preferred, but not required
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Proficiency in utilizing enterprise communication tools including WebEx
Excellent oral written and communication skills
Superior time management and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize on projects
Strong attention to detail
Strong customer service skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to make effective decisions and use sound & independent judgment
Ability to interact and collaborate with multiple departments and stakeholders
High level of ethical standards
Some travel may be required [0-10%]

Responsibilities

Collaborates directly with Complex Directors and Branch Managers on financial advisor teaming and succession opportunities, complex or branch staffing. Assists with resolution and implementation of solutions
Prepares materials for financial advisor activities including teaming, succession planning, and team dissolutions.
Analyzes and resolves issues directly with financial advisors. May consult with Regional Director and Branch Manager as necessary on issues needing escalation.
Collaborates with Complex Directors and Branch Managers through consistent checkpoints including regional Webex and/or monthly calls. Follows up on needs and items in progress.
Coordinates with PCG Administration on regional field requests including financial advisor code changes and employee status change requests.
Collaborates with PCG Administration on recruiting and onboarding of financial advisors for the assigned region.
Functions as a primary liaison with Janney internal departments and lines of business on matters that impact the assigned region, including joint projects. Consults with Regional Director, Complex Directors and Branch Manager on matters and develops action plans.
Functions as a delegate for the Regional Director in the review and approval process for preferred margin rate requests and enhanced payout requests.
Generates and maintain ad hoc reports to assist in budgeting, business planning, recruiting, staffing/headcount, and compliance supervision processes.
Leads other assigned ad-hoc projects and administrative assignments as needed.