Financial Planning Manager

Location: McLean,Virginia,United States

 POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of Cassaday & Company, a top wealth management firm in the country and Virginia’s #1 financial advisor, the Financial Planning Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the firm’s financial planning efforts. This role involves developing and implementing comprehensive financial strategies, managing, training and developing the financial planning department and servicing all financial advisors of the firm. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in wealth management, financial planning, tax strategy, and regulatory compliance, with strong leadership skills to drive the firm's growth and service excellence.

The Financial Planning Manager will report directly to the Director of Operations & Client Experience, and will have daily interaction with senior executives, internal departments, and our clientele.

RESPONSIBILITIES

MANAGEMENT

• Manage a team of 10+ direct reports, providing performance feedback, mentorship, and growth opportunities
• Oversee timely and proper task execution of Financial Planning Department staff's work
• Ensure training and compliance on firm-wide and departmental standard operating procedures
• Oversee & administer the new hire training process for Financial Planning Department staff.

FINANCIAL PLANNING SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE

• Stay informed of market trends, tax laws, and planning strategies to provide insightful guidance.
• Incorporate/oversee the strategic client tax planning efforts of the firm.
• Identify & vet outside planning professionals/resources as needed.
• Oversee financial planning services, including sales and new business development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to effectively resolve, record, and report on client issues.
• Independently manage complex, high priority financial planning questions.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all financial planning activities comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Lead and participate in the planning and execution of firm goals, departmental goals, and special projects.
• Work with internal data analytics team to improve tools that support the delivery of service to clients.
• Special projects and additional tasks as requested.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) or equivalent industry experience required.
• CFP required, or willing to obtain CFP within 1 year of hire.
• 6-10 years’ experience as a Financial Planner or Financial Planning Manager.
• 3+ Years’ experience managing/leading a team of 5+ direct reports.
• Experience with CRM systems  
• Exceptional scheduling and resource management skills.
• Client Experience Management focus.
• Advanced knowledge of financial systems and experience working within them.
• Advanced knowledge in IRS, DOL, and FINRA regulations, and experience in applying and/or adhering to those within a financial planning role. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including strong proofreading ability.
• Superior organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to improving accuracy of data and preventing errors
• High Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools (Outlook, Excel, and Word).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA a plus.
• Experience with Tamarac CRM a plus.
• Series 7 & Series 66 FINRA licenses.
• Demonstrated ability to work with escalated planning and client-related matters.
• Experience in a fast-paced working environment and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Strong process orientation and a demonstrated ability to execute and deliver projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Expertise in KPI establishment, tracking, and reporting.