Wealth Management Planning Team Leader

The Planning Team Leader for Guardian Wealth Partners is a leadership role responsible for building, leading, and scaling a team of advisors within our fee‑based Registered Investment Advisor (RIA). This role owns the client journey for prospects and clients originating from other business lines, ensuring a consistent, high‑quality experience across education, planning, and investment implementation. This role will lead advisors delivering holistic, goals‑based advice through a combination of fully digital and hybrid engagement models, serving clients across mass affluent, affluent, and high‑net‑worth (HNW) segments. This individual will be accountable for advisor performance, client outcomes, growth, and alignment with the firm’s value proposition. Key Responsibilities Sales & Growth Leadership Lead and develop a team of (centralized/in-house) advisors responsible for converting inbound leads into long‑term advisory relationships. Own sales strategy and execution across multiple client segments, including digital‑first, hybrid, and high‑touch advisory models. Drive growth across subscription‑based planning, fee‑based financial planning, and fee‑based investment management offerings. Partner closely with other business lines to optimize lead flow, qualification, handoffs, and conversion. Client Journey & Experience Deliver on a defined client journey by client segments from initial engagement through onboarding, planning, and ongoing advice. Develop continuous improvements to the client journey. Ensure a consistent experience across digital planning tools, fully digital workflows, and hybrid advisor‑led engagements. Champion a client‑centric, education‑driven approach that builds trust, clarity, and long‑term partnerships with clients. Ensure advice delivery is aligned with fiduciary standards and the firm’s holistic planning philosophy. Advisor Management & Development Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop a high‑performing team of advisors. Set clear performance expectations, sales goals, and activity metrics aligned with firm objectives. Develop a way to track performance/activity metrics and goals to utilize as coaching and share with senior leadership. Foster a strong sales and advice culture focused on collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Support advisors through training and coaching in building consultative skills across planning, education, and investment implementation. Qualifications & Experience 10+ years of experience in wealth management, advisory sales, or financial planning, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Deep understanding of fee‑based advisory models, holistic financial planning, and investment management. Experience leading advisor teams across multiple client segments, including affluent and HNW. Proven ability to scale sales organizations using digital and hybrid engagement models. Strong working knowledge of RIA regulatory and fiduciary standards. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree and/or CFP®, CFA®, or similar credentials preferred. Travel – 25%. Compensation Salary Range: $132,420.00 - $217,545.00. The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The final salary will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation. Benefits Our Promise: At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill‑building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards. Inspire Well‑Being: As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well‑being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Benefits apply to full‑time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most company benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Accommodations Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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