Lead Planner

53 Stations; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Meals

Fitness

Equity & Career Growth

AI tools access

Annual Reviews

Boomerang Program

Job summary

Range is seeking an experienced Lead Planner to join our team of wealth advisors, reporting directly to the General Manager of Financial Planning. This role will manage a team of financial planners while still staying hands on with planning and delivering an exceptional member experience.

You’ll partner with our product team to enhance planning tools and deliver thoughtful, tax-efficient strategies. Headquarters are in McLean, VA, with hub locations in New York City and Bellevue; in-office

Qualifications

• 9+ years of client-facing experience in financial services.
• Experience with tax planning and building tax projections.
• Proven track record delivering financial advice to consumers.
• Strong investment acumen and broad planning knowledge.
• Experience using financial services technology.

Responsibilities

• Understand members' needs to advise on financial goals.
• Build and implement iterative financial plans and wealth strategies.
• Maintain understanding of financial planning, investments, and tax planning.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams on roadmaps.
• Present investment strategies.
• Coordinate tax filing and estate planning.
• Lead and mentor a team of financial planners.

Skills

CFP

CPA

CFA

EA

ECA

Education

BS or BA in Finance, Accounting, or related major

Job description

Range is creating AI-powered solutions to eliminate financial complexity for our members. We’re transforming wealth management through the perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and human expertise. We’re obsessed with member experience! We’ve built an integrated platform that tackles the full spectrum of financial needs–investments, taxes, retirement planning, and estate management–all unified in one intuitive system.

Backed by Google's Gradient Ventures, Cathay Innovation, and Scale Venture Partners, we're in hyper-growth mode and looking for exceptional talent to join our starting lineup. Every Ranger at this stage is shaping our culture and way of life—from former CEOs and startup founders to experts from leading hedge funds and tech companies.

If you're ready to build something that truly matters in financial services, bring your talent to Range. Here, you'll make a genuine impact on how people manage their financial lives while working alongside a team that celebrates wins, makes big decisions, and blazes new trails together.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Planner to join our team of industry leading wealth advisors, reporting directly to the General Manager of Financial Planning. This individual will be managing a team of financial planners while still staying hands on with planning and providing an incredible experience for our members.

But we’re looking for more than just a great advisor - you’ll be a key component of helping to reinvent the wealth management space through tech. From collecting financial information, to evaluations and projections, to custom plan delivery, this person will partner with our product team to share their expertise and provide feedback as we continue to build out our suite of proprietary tools.

We're excited to hire this role at Range's Headquarters in McLean, VA, or one of our hub locations in New York City and Bellevue. All of our positions follow an in-office schedule Monday through Friday, allowing you to collaborate directly with your team. If you're not currently based in one of these areas but love what you see, let’s discuss relocation as part of your journey to joining us.

What you’ll do with us

• Gain a deep understanding of our members’ unique needs and aspirations to confidently advise them on their financial goals

• Build and implement iterative financial plans and wealth strategies

• Maintain an in-depth understanding of financial planning, investments, and tax planning

• Be an active part of a collaborative team and share best practices

• Assist our engineering and product teams with prioritizing and creating product plans and roadmaps

• Research and present investment strategies

• Coordinate tax filing and estate planning

What will set you apart

• Active designation(s) as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Enrolled Agent (EA), Equity Compensation Associate (ECA) or similar

• 9+ years experience in a client-facing financial services roles

• Experience with in depth tax planning and building tax projections for clients

• Significant experience in delivering financial advice directly to consumers

• Exceptional investment acumen and knowledge of broader planning topics

• Significant experience using financial services technology

• Interest in or passion for the tech space, and a desire to change the industry

• Strong organizational, leadership, and written communication skills

• BS or BA in Finance, Accounting, or other related major preferred

Compensation

Base salary range: $180,000 - $280,000

This is the base salary range we expect in good faith to pay for this role and level at the time of posting. Where an offer lands within the range depends on the scope and complexity of work the candidate can own independently and demonstrated depth at this level.

Other compensation and benefits

The range above reflects base salary only. Our offer packages also include equity in the form of stock options, so total compensation for this role will exceed the base salary range. We do not ask for or consider salary history. You are welcome to ask questions about compensation at any point in the process.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: 100% employer-covered medical insurance for employees (75% for dependents), plus dental and vision coverage

• 401(k): Retirement savings program to support your future

• Paid Time Off: Dedicated time to reset and recharge plus most federal holidays

• Parental Leave: Comprehensive leave policy for growing families

• Meals: Select meals covered throughout the week

• Fitness: Monthly movement stipend

• Equity & Career Growth: Early exercise eligibility and a strong focus on professional development

• Full access to cutting-edge AI tools: We cover the cost so you can experiment, build, and move faster

• Annual Compensation Reviews: Salary and equity refreshes based on performance

• Boomerang Program: After two years at Range, you can take time away to start your own company. We’ll hold your spot for 6 months - and pause your equity vesting, which resumes if you return

Range is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. As a company, we are committed to designing products, building a culture, and supporting a team that reflects the diverse population we serve.