Regional Director, Recruiting & Business Development

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Regional Director, Recruiting & Business Development to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will lead regional recruiting efforts while also driving business development activities that support growth across an assigned market. The ideal candidate will build relationships with experienced financial advisors and advisor teams, strengthen the recruiting pipeline, and partner closely with market leadership to identify opportunities. Success in this position will depend on the ability to connect talent strategy with business growth while representing the organization in the field. The position requires a strong understanding of financial services advisor practices, effective candidate evaluation, and the ability to communicate a compelling value proposition to prospective talent. This is a high-visibility role that combines strategy, relationship management, and data-informed execution.

Location: Minneapolis, MN - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a regional recruiting strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Lead sourcing strategies to attract experienced financial advisors and teams
• Maintain a recruitment pipeline through professional networks and events
• Collaborate with market leaders to identify top advisor prospects and capacity gaps
• Conduct in-depth discovery conversations with candidates about their practice and goals
• Present the organization's value proposition in a way that resonates with each advisor
• Manage the recruiting lifecycle while ensuring a high-quality candidate experience
• Monitor recruiting progress and refine strategy based on data-driven insights
• Represent the organization at industry events to enhance visibility and relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 5+ years of experience in financial services, recruiting, or business development roles
• Proven success developing regional recruiting and business growth strategies
• Expertise in engaging and evaluating experienced financial advisor talent
• Strong understanding of advisor practices and related financial services models
• Clean compliance record and satisfactory background check
• Willingness to travel regularly within the assigned region

Benefits

• Various bonuses, including annual and long-term incentives
• Pension and 401(k) plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 20 days of Paid Time Off annually plus 10 paid company holidays
• Volunteer Time Off and paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being benefits

Pay

Compensation: $250,000 – $400,000 annually