At TRPG, an affiliate of Cetera Financial Group, Inc., through which employment and related benefits for this position are offered, we strive for continuous improvement and evolution towards excellence. To achieve this, we require the right individuals who can support and ensure our success. We offer diverse business opportunities that are constantly evolving, providing meaningful prospects for growth to everyone. If you are proactive, adaptable to change, and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, the possibilities for advancement and success are limitless. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Real Estate Planning Manager to lead the development and oversight of our estate planning offering. This role is responsible for creating, implementing and managing an estate planning program as part of our comprehensive wealth management services. This role will focus on providing clients with tailored estate planning solutions while working closely with our wealth and tax advisors to ensure seamless integration with our clients' broader financial goals.
What you will do:
- Develop and launch the estate planning department, including service offerings, client onboarding processes and internal workflows.
- Facilitate estate planning advice to individuals and families, including strategies for wealth transfer, charitable giving and asset protection.
- Work closely with wealth managers, legal professionals and tax advisors to create integrated estate plans that align with clients' overall financial strategies.
- Ensure that all estate planning services comply with legal, tax and financial regulations, and keep up to date with evolving legislation.
- Cultivate strong client relationships through regular communication, reviews of estate plans and proactive updates.
- Provide ongoing training and support to wealth managers and staff on estate planning concepts and strategies, enabling them to identify opportunities for client engagement.
- Drive revenue generation by promoting estate planning services to existing and prospective clients, and identifying cross-selling opportunities within the wealth management practice.
- Report to senior leadership on key performance indicators, adoption rates and client satisfaction.
What you need to have:
- JD, CFP or other relevant professional certification in estate planning, tax or financial services.
- Minimum of 5 years of estate planning experience and 2 years in a leadership role
- Deep knowledge of estate planning, tax strategies, trusts, charitable planning and asset protection
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset
- Successful track record of building solutions from the ground up
- Proficiency in estate planning software and financial management tools
- Strong understanding of the wealth management industry and regulatory environment
Compensation:
The base annual salary range for this role is $120,000 - $125,000 plus a competitive performance-based bonus. Base annual salary depends on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location. Base annual salary may also differ significantly due to geography and cost of labor considerations.
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