Director of Advisory

Firm Description At Bogart Wealth, we specialize in providing exceptional wealth management services and solutions. Our team is dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals through personalized strategies and expert advice.

Position Overview

The Director of Advisory plays a pivotal role in driving firm growth by leading the advisory organization, developing and retaining top advisor talent, and ensuring the consistent delivery of superior client service. This role is accountable for advisor performance, client retention, and the effectiveness of the Advisor Growth Track (AGT) and Associate Financial Advisor (AFA) programs.

The Director serves as the steward of the advisory team, shaping compensation systems, influencing service model and pricing decisions, and introducing technologies that enhance advisor efficiency and client service. This leader partners closely with Business Development and Marketing to support prospect engagement, advisor positioning, and sales readiness; works collaboratively with Operations to strengthen service execution; and partners with Planning to expand advisory capabilities and technical depth.

The Director of Advisory oversees advisory budgets and expense programs, develop advisor payout structures, informs branding initiatives that elevate advisor positioning, and ensures bench strength and succession planning across the advisory team. This role aligns advisory performance, culture, and infrastructure with the firm’s long-term strategic objectives while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor’s degree Years of Experience 10+ years of experience in advanced planning or wealth management. Certifications CFP Preferred Key Responsibilities Strategic & Operational Planning

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute the strategic direction of the Advisory department in alignment with the firm’s overall goals.
• Establish departmental priorities, goals, and key performance indicators to drive revenue growth, profitability, operational efficiency, and an exceptional client experience.
• Evaluate advisor capacity, team structure, and resource needs to ensure the department is positioned to support continued firm growth.
• Identify opportunities to improve Advisory processes, workflows, and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Analyze departmental performance and trends to proactively identify opportunities, risks, and areas requiring additional focus.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, including future advisor needs, succession planning, and the continued development of the Advisory team. Advisor Management & Development
• Lead, coach, and hold Financial Advisors accountable to individual and departmental goals.
• Establish clear expectations for advisor performance, client service, business development, and professional growth.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to address performance gaps and support continued development.
• Support the development of AGTs and AFAs, preparing emerging talent for increased responsibilities and future Financial Advisor roles.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-oriented culture across the Advisory team. Training & Career Pathing
• Develop and oversee training and development initiatives for the Advisory team.
• Establish clear career paths, competencies, and expectations for advancement within Advisory.
• Partner with HR and leadership to assess readiness for promotion and identify development opportunities.
• Support continuous learning through mentorship, training, and exposure to increased responsibilities.

Requirements

& Skills

• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coach, develop, and hold high-performing teams accountable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of wealth management, financial planning, investments, and risk management, with the ability to apply sound judgment to complex business and client situations.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail, follow-through, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Paid health benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for employees.
• A bonus program based on individual performance and company success.
• Paid Time Off based on years of experience.
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• A fun and friendly team of colleagues.