Senior Lead Business Growth Strategy Consultant

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Business Growth Strategy Consultant to support the recruitment efforts across our cross-channel advisor platforms, including Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network (FiNet) and related initiatives. The candidate will recruit financial advisors within their region. In this role, the goal is to develop and maintain a strong pipeline of financial advisor candidates and to provide insight on industry trends, competitive intelligence, product platforms, deals, and compensation plans.

In this role, you will:

• Act as an advisor to leadership to develop and/or influence recruitment of experienced independent contractor Financial Advisors and to expand the breadth of recruitment to FiNet.

• Partner with other FiNet field recruiters to knowledge share and develop recruitment strategies and expertise to promote business growth in the independent practice space.

• ​Be responsible for building and maintaining excellent relationships with independent Financial Advisors to enhance their satisfaction and retention as well as developing excellent partnerships with management to increase Financial Advisor affiliations to FiNet.

• Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex and unique challenges regarding independent advisor recruitment, delivering solutions that lead to revenue growth organically.

• Provide vision, direction, and expertise to leadership on implementing innovative and significant business solutions.

• Engage with function peers, colleagues, and supervisors to resolve issues related to the recruitment process.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of Wealth Channel Development experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience sourcing and recruiting Financial Advisors/Wealth Advisors

• FINRA registration including Series 7 (or FINRA recognized equivalents)

• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment

• Strong presentation skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power Point skills

Job Expectations:

• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

• Registration for FINRA Series 7 must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted.

• Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position

• Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory

• In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply

• Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards

• Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance

• For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite may also be required

• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Pay Range:

• 120,400.00 - 250,000.00 USD Annual

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

Salary is just one component of Wells Fargo's total rewards package. Depending on the role, a Wells Fargo's employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

$120,400.00 - $250,000.00

Posting End Date:

21 Apr 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

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Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.