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Vice President, Branch Manager - Active Trader

AT Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab

Vice President, Branch Manager - Active Trader

Westlake, TX

Salary: USD $145,000 - $245,000 / Year

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.

As a Vice President - Branch Manager, you will lead a team of Branch Managers across Westlake, TX, Austin, TX, Phoenix, AZ, and Chicago, IL who directly manage teams of Financial Consultants in support of our Active Trader client base. A central part of your role will be inspiring your teams of financial professionals as they provide investment guidance and support to clients. You will be responsible for increasing branch revenue while expanding its Active Trader client base. Additionally, you will work closely with our internal Trader Strategy organization to implement large scale and tactical sales strategies. Your typical day will include leadership and sales coaching, sales process management, strategy implementation, performance management and recognition, collaborating with business partners, sharing of best practices, and performing compliance and risk management oversight characteristic of our industry. If you're looking to bring your expertise and passion for leadership to a new role with a firm that will value your contributions and champion your growth, this may be the opportunity for you.

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Your typical day will include:

  • Development of branch leaders and effective performance management
  • Leadership and sales coaching
  • Sales process management
  • Analysis of key metrics for trends and actions
  • Collaborating with business partners and sharing best practices
  • Strategic influence on overall Trader Relationship Management approach
  • Performing compliance and risk management oversight inherent in our industry

What you have

To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of 'challenging the status quo,' this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

  • Bachelor's degree is required
  • Active and valid FINRA Series: 7, 63, 9/10, and 24 licenses are required
  • Active and valid FINRA Series 3 and 4 licenses are preferred
  • Additional designations are preferred: CFP, CMT, CFA
  • Demonstrated leadership, strategy development and implementation skills
  • Experience leading large, multi-location teams
  • Deep understanding of Trader client segment with proven ability to drive and execute against strategy and client experience
  • A minimum of 10 years in the financial services industry and in leadership roles
  • A desire to lead, a passion for Trading services and sales management, and a deep commitment to client service
  • Shown success in establishing quality cross-enterprise partnerships
  • Comprehensive industry, investment, and trader knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills and a track record of success in sales, sales leadership, and overall leadership

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

What's in it for you

At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

  • 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
  • Paid parental leave and family building benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

Client-provided location(s): Westlake, TX, USA
Job ID: CharlesSchwab-2024-105877
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program