SVP/Investment Services Team Leader

What You’ll Do

This role oversees all facets of the Bank’s Investment Services division, implementing strategies for continued growth in assets, clients, and performance, while ensuring retention of talent, assets, and client relationships. A key priority is maintaining an environment where high-performing, industry-leading financial advisors thrive within an entrepreneurial culture and diverse business models. The Team Leader works closely with executive leadership, senior management, and internal partners to align investment services with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities Include

• Develop and execute strategies to achieve growth and retention objectives for assets, clients, and advisor performance.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and senior managers to align investment services with institutional priorities.
• Support business development initiatives, marketing strategies, and client engagement programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with broker/dealer, product sponsors, internal business partners, financial advisors, support teams, peer leaders, and other investment services leaders.
• Represent the Bank at key events and maintain visibility within the market to support business development.
• Ensure all investment activities comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, broker/dealer standards, and internal policies.
• Provide oversight to internal compliance team to monitor, manage, and mitigate risk.
• Lead a team of investment professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Regularly review and assess performance, profitability, and key metrics; adjust strategies as necessary.
• Stay current on market trends, economic conditions, and industry developments to inform strategic decisions.
• Research and recommend complementary products, services, and operational efficiencies to enhance client relationships.
  
  

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Judgment and Discretion – maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information; exhibit sound and accurate judgement and make timely decisions
• Collaboration – ability to work well with other departments and individuals, maintain communication needed to keep the workflow going
• Communication – effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Productivity – use time efficiently, sense of urgency around deadlines and commitments
• Analytical Skills – strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Service – promptly respond to requests for service and assistance
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Series 6,7, 63, and insurance licenses required; Series 24 preferred or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in investment services, including 3 years of leadership responsibilities.
• Proven ability to implement growth strategies and lead high-performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of investment products, portfolio management, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills.
  
  

Why You Should Apply

• Full-time position with excellent compensation and benefits package
• Generous time off programs
• Bonus program
• Profit-sharing
• Discounted stock purchase program
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• And much more!
  
  

Pay Range (Salary): $68,640.00 - $70,304.00/year

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of duties related to the position. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will perform other reasonable business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management.

First Northern Bank does not discriminate based on race, color, religions, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected status.

The duties outlined in this description are subject to modification or change by the organization, at any time, with or without notice.