Manager of 401K Plan Administration and Implementation

iLocatum; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentoring and coaching programs

Job summary

A financial services firm in Cleveland seeks a Manager of 401(k) Retirement Plan Services to lead the 401(k) division while servicing existing clients. This role offers an opportunity to build strong relationships with business owners and participate in the growth of a vital practice. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in 401(k)/403(b) advisory roles and a deep understanding of fiduciary standards. The firm emphasizes a values-driven culture that rewards performance and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of advisory experience in 401(k)/403(b) plans.
• Designations such as AIF®, CRPS®, QKA®, QPFC® a plus.
• Series 7, 66, and insurance license (or ability to obtain).
• Series 7, 66, and insurance license (or ability to obtain shortly after hire).
• CFP®, CPA, or advanced tax credentials are a bonus.
• Deep understanding of plan design and fiduciary standards.
• Knowledge of CEFEX standards and RPAG.
• Proven ability to win business and build client relationships.
• Clear, written and verbal communication skills.
• Active involvement in professional and local communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the 401(k) division while serving existing clients.
• Build relationships with business owners and bring in new clients.
• Guide clients on plan design and fiduciary oversight.
• Conduct periodic client reviews, communicate evolving ERISA and DOL regulations, and deliver actionable insights.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategy, business development, operational efficiency, and branding.
• Maintain your industry certifications and our firm’s CEFEX® certification.
• Manage RFPs and plan benchmarking as needed.
• Help create a culture of excellence and accountability in retirement plan consulting.

Skills

Hands-on 401(k)/403(b) advisory experience

Clear, confident communication

Proven ability to win business

Knowledge of CEFEX standards

High integrity and strong work ethic

Ethics

Community involvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Accounting, or related field)

Tools

RPAG or equivalent

CEFEX

Job description

Overview

This 401(k) Prosperity® division is seeking a driven, strategic, and entrepreneurial leader to become our Manager of 401(k) Retirement Plan Services. You’ll play a dual role—helping serve our current clients while building the future of our retirement plan practice by helping develop new client relationships.

This isn’t a career for someone looking to coast. It’s for the doers—the ones who want to grow something real, earn meaningful equity in their success, and shape a business they can be proud of.

You’ll enjoy competitive compensation, gain-sharing, and origination bonuses. More importantly, you’ll have the autonomy and support to build a thriving department—alongside a passionate team that believes in doing what’s right, not what’s easy.

Where We Work

We proudly serve high-net-worth families and business owners across Northeast Ohio and nationwide. Based in Cleveland—“the rock capital of the world”—our firm has deep roots in the community and a progressive culture that supports growth, family, community service, and lifelong learning.

How You’ll Contribute

• Lead and grow our 401(k) division while actively serving a select group of existing plan sponsor clients.
• Build strong relationships with business owners and decision-makers—and bring in new plan clients.
• Guide clients on plan design, fiduciary oversight, investment selection, participant engagement compliance, and governance.
• Conduct periodic client reviews, communicate evolving ERISA and DOL regulations, and deliver actionable insights.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategy, business development, operational efficiency, and branding.
• Maintain your industry certifications and our firm’s CEFEX® certification.
• Manage RFPs and plan benchmarking as needed.
• Help create a culture of excellence and accountability in retirement plan consulting.

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Accounting, or related field)
• 3+ years of hands-on 401(k)/403(b) advisory experience
• Designations such as AIF®, CRPS®, QKA®, QPFC® a plus
• Series 7, 66, and insurance license (or ability to obtain shortly after hire)
• Bonus: CFP®, CPA, or advanced tax credentials
• Deep understanding of plan design, fiduciary standards, and retirement plan operations
• Knowledge of CEFEX standards
• Understanding industry tools such as RPAG or equivalent
• Proven ability to win business and build client relationships
• Clear, confident communication—written and verbal
• High integrity, strong work ethic, and team-first mentality
• Active involvement in your professional and local communities

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience with incentive-based organization bonuses and gain-sharing
• Comprehensive benefits: healthcare, retirement, and paid education
• One-on-one mentoring, professional development, and external coaching
• Opportunity to lead and build something meaningful
• A values-driven culture that rewards performance, celebrates success, and balances work with life
• 30+ years of stability, client trust, and continuous improvement