Associate Director of Operations RIA

Pay :

$140,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Join a growing independent wealth management firm with long‑term stability and no private equity ownership.

Hybrid schedule (3 days in‑office) promoting both collaboration and work‑life balance.

Lead and mentor a talented operations team while having direct impact on firm‑wide efficiency and client service.

Competitive compensation with strong bonus potential and a path to equity ownership.

Work directly with senior leadership in a transparent entrepreneurial culture where your ideas matter.

Location

Hybrid schedule three days in‑office (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) at the firm’s modern San Francisco office located within 45 minutes of the Bay Area’s major hubs.

Note

Applicants must have at least 7 years of experience at an RIA (Registered Investment Adviser) and experience managing a team within an RIA setting. Familiarity with custodians such as Charles Schwab and Fidelity is required.

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established SEC‑registered investment adviser providing tailored investment solutions to individuals, family offices, and institutions nationwide. Founded in 2008, they are known for their innovative options‑enhanced risk management strategies and a client‑first approach that emphasizes transparency, performance, and trust. With offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York they continue to grow steadily while maintaining an entrepreneurial culture.

Job Description

Manage and mentor a team of four client service professionals to ensure operational excellence.

Collaborate closely with advisors and investment operations to support client onboarding, maintenance, and ongoing transactions.

Oversee workflows across custodians (Schwab, Fidelity) to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.

Partner with leadership to refine internal processes and improve client experience.

Work alongside the reporting team to deliver accurate client data and performance information.

Support process improvement projects related to CRM reporting and private fund investment operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

7 years of experience working within an RIA firm (non‑bank).

Proven experience managing a small to mid‑sized team.

Hands‑on experience with custodial platforms (Schwab required; Fidelity strongly preferred).

Familiarity with performance reporting and CRM software (Addepar, Salesforce a plus).

Strong problem‑solving, leadership, and organizational skills.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Opportunity to become a key player in a high‑performing collaborative team.

Competitive compensation with strong annual bonus potential (20%) and potential for equity ownership after 3 years.

Comprehensive benefits : full healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k) with profit sharing and commuter benefits.

Work with a transparent leadership team that values autonomy, integrity, and operational excellence.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Key Skills

Risk Management, Negotiation, Operational Management, Smartsheets, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Budgeting, Leadership Experience, Program Development, Supervising Experience, Financial Planning

Job Type : Full‑time

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