AssetMark
Financial Services
ImplementationManager,FirmTransitions&AdvisorSuccession
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“Implementation Manager, Firm Transitions & Advisor Succession at AssetMark. Skills: Firm transitions, Advisor succession, Project management. Lead pre-transition planning sessions. Develop structured transition timelines”
What You'll Achieve.
Successful completion of transitions; Strengthen partnerships; Support advisor growth
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years experience, Understanding of broker-dealer and RIA transition processes, Experience working with custodians, advisors, and broker-dealer operations teams, Project management skills, Organizational skills, Ability to manage multiple complex advisor transitions simultaneously, Excellent communication skills, Relationship-management skills, High attention to detail, Operational accuracy
What You'll Do.
Lead pre-transition planning sessions
Develop structured transition timelines
Set clear expectations
Identify operational dependencies and risks
Coordinate succession-related transitions
Facilitate smooth transfer of accounts
Ensure proper documentation and approvals
Prepare and organize paperwork packages
Ensure documentation accuracy and completeness
Coordinate with internal teams to resolve documentation issues
Track all transition activities and milestones
Monitor progress of onboarding and transfers
Provide regular updates to stakeholders
Troubleshoot issues and coordinate solutions
Serve as liaison between AssetMark and partners
Coordinate workflows and timelines with BD teams and
Strengthen operational alignment with broker-dealer partners
Act as advisor's primary point of contact
Deliver white-glove experience
Ensure advisors feel supported and informed
Help develop and refine transition processes
Document best practices
Contribute to transition playbook development
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal AssetMark teams; Broker-dealer partners; Advisor teams; Custodian coordination
Communication Scope
Proactive communication
Process & Methodology
Project management, Organizational skills
Full Job Description
## **Job Description:** **AssetMark** is a leading strategic provider of innovative investment and consulting solutions serving independent financial advisors. We provide investment, relationship, and practice management solutions that advisors use in helping clients achieve wealth, independence and purpose. **Position Summary** The Implementation Manager – Firm Transitions & Advisor Succession is responsible for delivering a high-touch, white-glove experience for financial advisors transitioning within AssetMark or undergoing succession events on the platform. This role serves as the central project manager and coordination lead for broker-dealer changes, RIA launches, firm moves, and advisor succession events such as book acquisitions or internal advisor transfers. The Implementation Manager works closely with advisors, broker-dealers, custodians, and internal AssetMark teams to plan, prepare documentation, set expectations, and manage the transition lifecycle from initial planning through successful completion. This role plays a critical part in ensuring advisors experience a smooth, organized, and well-communicated transition within the AssetMark platform, while also strengthening partnerships with broker-dealers and supporting advisor growth initiatives. **We can consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and are close to our Phoenix, AZ office.** **Key Responsibilities** _Advisor Transition Planning_ * Lead pre-transition planning sessions with advisors and their teams to prepare for transition by setting up platform agreements, agent codes, etc. * Develop structured transition timelines and project plans for each advisor or firm event * Set clear expectations regarding billing, documentation, timelines, and transition milestones * Identify operational dependencies and potential risks early in the process _Succession & Book Transfer Support_ * Coordinate succession-related transitions including advisor retirements,
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