F1525 Franklin Distributors is hiring an RIA Director to lead proactive business development and client servicing for our Registered Investment Advisor and Bank Trust channel. You will represent our complete investment platform, cultivate strategic relationships, and drive sales growth across a defined territory within the Private Wealth Division.

What You'll Do

Cultivate strong personal and professional relationships with key individuals at targeted RIA and Bank Trust firms.
Use your investment knowledge to influence client investment decisions and sell sophisticated investment solutions.
Research external market trends and leverage internal analysts to identify macroeconomic shifts and sales opportunities.
Profile clients’ business models to identify gaps and position Franklin Templeton solutions effectively.
Proactively address potential investment concerns and engage clients in dialogue about their business strategies.
Share successes and key learnings across the organization to maximize overall market share.
Manage your travel budget and expenses, and maintain all client meeting notes in the CRM system.
Use internal and external databases to identify and screen potential new prospects.

What We're Looking For

Knowledge of the financial industry, its businesses, and its products.
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
8-12+ years of related financial sales experience.
Proven success selling directly to RIAs, Bank Trusts, or Private Banks.
Active Series 7 and 63 licenses.
Must reside in a strategic location within the territory: Arizona, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Kansas, or Missouri.

Nice to Have

CFA designation or an MBA is desirable.

Team & Environment

This role sits within the Registered Investment Advisor and Bank Trust team, part of the broader Private Wealth Division.

Benefits & Compensation

Base salary of $125,000.00 plus a discretionary bonus.
Three weeks paid time off in your first year.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) Retirement Plan with an 85% company match on contributions up to IRS limits.
Employee Stock Investment Program.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Ability to purchase company funds with no sales charge.
Onsite fitness and recreation centers at certain locations.

Work Mode

This is a local-country position requiring residence and work within the specified territory states.

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and other protected bases.