Operations & Talent Growth Leader

RemoteFetch; Fort Worth (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

First Command invites a Deputy Director of Operations to join the division leadership. You will translate strategic objectives into coordinated, measurable execution across recruiting, marketing, advisor development, and client experience to grow advisor headcount and expand markets.

In partnership with the VPDO, DAs, and DAO you will strengthen recruiting pipelines, guide FSAs, drive brand consistency, lead client experience initiatives, ensure compliance, and provide field insights while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five or more years of progressive experience in financial services, recruiting, marketing, sales leadership, business development, or a comparable field.
• Demonstrated success as a financial advisor or equivalent industry professional.
• Proven experience recruiting, developing, coaching, and retaining high-performing talent.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence individuals and teams in virtual, hybrid, and in-person environments.

Responsibilities

• Support District Advisors in executing their district business plans by providing coordination, coaching, resources, and operational support.
• Develop and execute division recruiting and marketing plans aligned with enterprise strategy and growth objectives.
• Strengthen recruiting pipelines through military outreach, strategic partnerships, digital sourcing, referrals, community engagement, sponsorships, and approved funding sources.
• Coordinate advisor sourcing, interviewing, selection, licensing, onboarding, and pipeline management with the VPDO, DAO, and Licensing and Recruiting Specialists.
• Train, guide, and coach Fast Start Advisors (FSAs) throughout their employee advisor experience, including preparing them for Fast Start Academy and monitoring progress.
• Serve as a resource to DAs and advisors by sharing best practices, tools, and guidance on market penetration and community engagement.
• Lead division client experience initiatives and reinforce branded service standards.
• Drive adoption of compliance initiatives and approved recruiting, marketing, social media, and business technology tools.
• Provide field insights to Home Office partners and align enterprise initiatives with division execution.
• Establish accountability for operational performance, advisor headcount growth, and sales results across the division.
• Travel to district offices and other business locations as needed.

Skills

Financial services knowledge

Leadership

Strategic execution

Communication

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

First Command invites a Deputy Director of Operations to join the division leadership. You will translate strategic objectives into coordinated, measurable execution across recruiting, marketing, advisor development, and client experience to grow advisor headcount and expand markets.

In partnership with the VPDO, DAs, and DAO you will strengthen recruiting pipelines, guide FSAs, drive brand consistency, lead client experience initiatives, ensure compliance, and provide field insights while