Regional Vice President, Community (Hartford, CT and Upstate, NY)

Job Summary

The Regional Vice President will build relationships with clients and help them find a wealth management solution for their needs, driving sales momentum within a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Engage with potential wealth management clients over Zoom, phone, and/or in person to understand their needs and share how Mercer can help
• Draw on financial expertise as well as resources across the organization to create distinct value for each client and present a tailored view of how Mercer can help achieve their goals
• Own your sales pipeline from start to finish, converting and nurturing potential clients to create a best-in-class experience for every potential client
• Act as a self-motivated leader within a fast-growing, high-visibility arm of the organization and leverage opportunities for personal growth

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of successful sales experience in financial services
• Series 65 or Series 66 license required – unless you hold one of the following designations and it qualifies for an exemption to the series 65 in the applicable state(s): Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Chartered Investment Consultant (CIC)
• CFP® (Certified Financial Planning) designation preferred
• Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and managing sales pipelines
• Experience building relationships with and understanding the needs of potential clients
• Self-motivated, highly coachable attitude with a growth-oriented mindset and drive
• Deep understanding of financial services industry and investment management
• Passion for helping clients achieve their financial goals
• Proven time management and organizational skills in high-volume, high-energy environment