Head of Wealth Management

ACA Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible work environment

Student Debt Forgiveness

Pet Insurance

Job summary

ACA Group in Durham, NC seeks a commercially minded leader to own the growth, profitability, and client impact of ACA Wealth, our dedicated wealth management consulting practice.

This executive will set the practice's strategic direction, own the financial outcomes (bookings, revenue, expenses, and profit) for the practice, and oversee its recurring and project-based service lines, including the ACA Signature for Wealth Managers offering, outsourced Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) services,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in investment adviser compliance, operations, risk, or consulting.
• Deep knowledge of Investment Advisers Act of 1940, SEC/state regulations; FINRA a plus.
• Experience leading large multi-level teams delivering complex service lines.
• Proven success growing a consulting/financial services business and client relationships.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and strategic skills; public speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the strategic vision for ACA Wealth, driving growth and market share.
• Lead external thought leadership, build relationships with custodians and partners.
• Manage practice revenue, expenses, profitability, and resource budgeting.
• Oversee ACA Signature for Wealth Managers and other service lines for scalability.
• Build and mentor a large team of compliance consultants; ensure strong leadership bench.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Client relations

Public speaking

Regulatory expertise

Education

MBA preferred

Bachelor's in finance

Job description

Position Summary

ACA is seeking a commercially minded leader to own the growth, profitability, and client impact of ACA Wealth, our dedicated wealth management consulting practice serving thousands of firms and one of ACA's fastest-growing segments. This executive will set the practice's strategic direction, own the financial outcomes (i.e, bookings, revenue, expenses, and profit) for the practice, and oversee its recurring and project-based service lines, including the ACA Signature for Wealth Managers offering, outsourced Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) services, regulatory filings, and RIA launch and registration support. A core part of the role is leading and developing a large team of compliance consultants, building the talent, capacity, and culture needed to continue scaling the practice. As a senior regulatory expert and an external face of ACA Wealth, this leader will serve as a trusted advisor and partner across ACA to deliver integrated solutions.

Position Summary

ACA is seeking a commercially minded leader to own the growth, profitability, and client impact of ACA Wealth, our dedicated wealth management consulting practice serving thousands of firms and one of ACA's fastest-growing segments. This executive will set the practice's strategic direction, own the financial outcomes (i.e, bookings, revenue, expenses, and profit) for the practice, and oversee its recurring and project-based service lines, including the ACA Signature for Wealth Managers offering, outsourced Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) services, regulatory filings, and RIA launch and registration support. A core part of the role is leading and developing a large team of compliance consultants, building the talent, capacity, and culture needed to continue scaling the practice. As a senior regulatory expert and an external face of ACA Wealth, this leader will serve as a trusted advisor and partner across ACA to deliver integrated solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Senior Leadership

• Set and execute the strategic vision for the practice, identifying new market opportunities and driving business development, client growth, and market share.
• Serve as an external face of ACA Wealth through thought leadership, speaking, and industry events, and build strategic relationships with custodians, platforms, and industry partners.
• Manage practice revenue, expenses, profitability, utilization, budgeting, and resource accountability to achieve financial targets.
• Partner with ACA’s technology, Managed Services, cybersecurity, and investment performance teams to deliver integrated, multi-solution engagements to wealth management clients.
• Own and evolve the ACA Signature for Wealth Managers offering, including its tiered service models, to ensure scalable, right-sized solutions that meet client needs and support practice growth.

Regulatory Expertise

• Lead the team in maintaining and enhancing compliance delivery frameworks across core service offerings.
• Oversee the team's support of clients through regulatory examinations, from exam readiness through regulator interaction and response.
• Serve as a senior subject matter expert on investment adviser and wealth management regulations, representing ACA in key client engagements and regulatory discussions.

Team Leadership & Client Service

• Lead, mentor, and develop a large team of compliance consultants across service lines, building a high-performing, collaborative, and client-focused culture.
• Drive performance and development through clear goals, ongoing coaching, and performance management, while building a strong leadership bench and succession pipeline.
• Manage team capacity, staffing, and utilization across client engagements, and partner with HR and Recruiting to attract, retain, and engage top compliance talent.
• Cultivate long-term, multi-year client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and CCOs at wealth management and RIA firms and supporting their growth and expansion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in investment adviser compliance, operations, risk, or consulting; wealth management experience preferred, though private funds compliance experience will also be considered.
• Deep knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, SEC and state investment adviser regulations, and regulatory examination practices; familiarity with FINRA requirements is a plus.
• Experience leading large, multi-level teams of consultants and delivering complex service lines.
• Proven success growing a consulting or financial services business, including client relationship management, business development, and commercial strategy; experience building a compliance consulting practice is highly valued.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills, including comfort with public speaking and presenting to industry audiences.
• Prior experience serving as a Chief Compliance Officer at an investment adviser or dully registered firm strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field required; advanced degree (MBA, JD) preferred.
• Compliance-related certifications (such as IACCP or CRCP) preferred.
• Travel required for client, industry, and internal meetings (approximately 30%).

What working at ACA offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment.You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We also offer unique benefits such as Student Debt Forgiveness and Pet Insurance.

About ACA

ACA Group is the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. We empower our clients to reimagine GRC and protect and grow their business. Our innovative approach integrates consulting, managed services, and our ComplianceAlpha® technology platform with the specialized expertise of former regulators and practitioners and our deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape.

What we commit to

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

ACA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.