Market Director

Post Date

Jun 10, 2026

Location

Chicago,
Illinois

ZIP/Postal Code

60603
US
Aug 10, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Accounting / Finance

Req #

MSP-f8324b7f-4a0e-4d8e-af98-e999659f6961

Pay Rate

$145k - $211k (estimate)

Job Description

The Market Director is a key leader responsible for driving local growth by recruiting, launching, and developing financial advisor talent while supporting long-term team success. This role builds strong community and referral networks to attract high-quality candidates, maintains a consistent pipeline aligned to market growth goals, and partners cross-functionally to guide candidates through selection, licensing, and onboarding. The Market Director coaches advisors in building and executing business plans, provides hands-on support through joint fieldwork and mentorship, and leverages financial planning tools to deliver client-focused, purpose-driven advice. Additionally, this role fosters a high-performing, collaborative market culture by connecting advisors to development opportunities, strengthening community presence and brand awareness, and partnering with local and matrixed leaders to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence. Compensation for this role is a combination of base, bonus, and incentives. The applicable total compensation range for this full-time role is $145,000 - $211,000 per year, which is dependent upon performance.


We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in the financial services industry with a strong track record of recruiting, hiring, and developing financial advisor talent.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and facilitate group learning sessions that drive advisor performance and business growth.
• Demonstrated success achieving sales results while delivering client-focused, holistic financial advice.
• Willingness and ability to obtain required FINRA licenses (Series 7, 63/65 or 66) and state insurance licenses within 90 days.
Ability to travel up to 50%, including evenings, with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. (strongly preferred)
• Experience hiring and supporting advisors within a team-based or multi-channel environment.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and financial planning tools, with the ability to coach others on best practices.
• Hands-on experience supporting new advisor onboarding, licensing, and early-stage practice development.
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and community engagement teams.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.