Associate Director, Business Development

Alaska Department of Law; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial solutions firm is seeking an Experienced Financial Professional Recruiter to join their Business Development team. The role involves developing recruiting strategies, screening candidates, and managing the onboarding process. Ideal candidates will possess extensive industry knowledge and exceptional relationship-building skills, dedicated to attracting top financial talent.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the financial industry.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills.
• Ability to execute proactive recruiting strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive recruiting strategies.
• Conduct professional screening to assess potential recruits.
• Manage the transition process for new recruits.
• Participate in firm-sponsored conferences for recruitment.
• Host Home Office Visits for prospective recruits.

Skills

Relationship-building

Proactive recruiting

Industry knowledge

Tools

CRM system

Job description

About Us:

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. stands as one of the nation’s premier independent financial solutions firms, dedicated to empowering independent financial advisors and their clients. At Cambridge, we cultivate an inclusive, dynamic environment that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, fostering a workplace where every individual feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed.

We provide a comprehensive range of flexible solutions across advice, growth, technology, and independence, tailored to meet the unique needs of our advisors. Guided by our core values—integrity, commitment, flexibility, and kindness—we lead with purpose, delivering impactful results for our clients and partners.

At Cambridge, we don’t just adapt to change; we shape it. As innovators, problem solvers, and trailblazers, we are redefining what it means to be independent. We are Cambridge.

Job Summary: We are seeking an Experienced Financial Professional Recruiter to join our dynamic Business Development team. This role is responsible for identifying, engaging, and recruiting experienced financial progessionals to join our firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the financial industry, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to execute proactive recruiting strategies to attract top talent.

If you are passionate about connecting top financial professionals with the right opportunities and driving business growth through strategic recruitment, we invite you to apply and be part of our team!

• Develop and execute proactive recruiting strategies, including outbound solicitations, to identify and attract financial advisors.
• Conduct professional screening and due diligence to assess potential recruits and ensure alignment with the firm’s values and business model.
• Manage the transition process for new recruits by collaborating with the transition coordinator and internal teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Participate in firm-sponsored conferences, engaging with financial professionals to build and maintain strong relationships for future recruitment opportunities.
• Host Home Office Visits, creating an exceptional experience for prospective financial professionals considering a transition to the firm.
• Build rapport with key decision-makers and provide excellent customer service through consistent and effective follow-up.
• Maintain and update all recruit activities, leads, and documentation in the firm's CRM system, ensuring accuracy and organization.
• Stay informed on industry trends, market developments, and competitor insights to refine recruiting strategies and share valuable intelligence with the team.
• Execute daily business development strategies to drive recruitment efforts, expand the firm’s reach, and achieve growth objectives.