William Hill III

Years in Financial Industry: 15 Industry Experience:  Regional Director at Willis Consulting, Inc. Number of Successful Hires/Recruits: 100 plus Specialties: Managers, Bank Advisors, Wirehouse, Independents, RIA

“My philosophy regarding matching financial advisors with the right firm has remained the same since I’ve been recruiting and that is to recommend the firm that is the best fit for the advisor and most importantly their clients. In being an independent recruiting firm we represent numerous different options for advisors but if the best fit is for them to go to another firm we don’t represent then I would still recommend that firm as keeping advisors and their clients happy is the ultimate goal.”

Current Position: Regional Director of Recruiting – As a Regional Director, Will works directly with management and candidates to optimize success for the financial advisor, their clients, and the hiring firm. He understands the challenges associated with a career transition and guarantees professionalism, efficiency, and discretion throughout the process. Will specializes in financial advisor placement within the wirehouse, independent, RIA, and bank based wealth management industry. Strengths:

• Professional
• Discrete
• Efficient

“Everyone is busy in today’s world and if nothing else, I try not to waste anyone’s time by being to the point while extending professional courtesy at all times.”

Career History: Before joining Willis Consulting in 2009, Will spent over 20 years working within the California real estate market and financial services industry. Will graduated from the University of California at Irvine with a B.S. in Economics and Political Science. Additional Information: Will is a native of Southern California having grown up on the beaches in Corona del Mar which explains his favorite pastime of enjoying the tranquility of a perfect day at the beach. Throughout his life he played competitive soccer until he hung up his cleats shortly after graduating college and although he doesn’t play soccer anymore, he remains a huge sports fan as evident by his undeniable passion for Lakers basketball and Dodger baseball where he can often be found front and center cheering for his teams. Will currently resides in the South Bay of Los Angeles with his fiancé, her son, and their puppy Halo and cat Killer.  

“Personal markers for success are usually based on gross production or the number of trades made in this industry but I feel the best marker for my success are the thank you emails and referrals I receive after placing a candidate. It is always rewarding knowing you helped someone transition to their next chapter of life and getting referrals reaffirms the professionalism and discretion I uphold throughout the process. “