AVP, Operations

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Job Overview:

The Assistant Vice President for Retirement Partners team, Platform Operations role, will report directly to the Vice President and be a member of the Retirement Partners business unit.  The position will support complex advisor relationships and other initiatives through planning, tracking and execution of projects of varying scale and complexity.   

Responsibilities:  

• Develop strong business relationships across the enterprise to enable a strong mutual understanding of risks and opportunities while also achieving close alignment on business needs.
• Thrive in a team atmosphere and has the confidence to adjust and adapt as priorities change.
• Build and maintain relationships with clearing business partners at LPL, including the consulting teams and CLR (Compliance, legal, risk) partners, along with key stakeholders.
• Strong organization acumen, self-starter and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Maintain consolidated timeline view of related projects.
• Run and manage LPL departmental meetings for RP team.
• Manage the process and completion of Platform Monthly Dashboard for various stakeholders.
• Present to leadership on various updates, initiatives, & projects.
• Coordination and distribution of key required relationship reporting; ensuring the contents, owners and schedules are kept current.
• Management of group mailboxes and calendar.
• Management of OPA (participant level advice) process to support advisors and M&A initiatives related to the 403b plan space.
• Complete and compile presentations for the executives and leadership of Retirement Partners.
• Complete ad-hoc assignments that assist in development and implementation of strategies and new processes.
• Review existing business processes to identify areas of improvement.
• Assist in developing, improving and revising processes for continual improvement.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements:

• 3-5 Years of experience within the Retirement Plan space.
• Advanced Knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Client facing experience in the financial industry (Advisor or Institution)

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to evaluate business opportunities within the context of a larger organization and its’ objectives
• Outstanding relationship building skills 
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management
• Be a self- starter that is able to work independently
• Have a proven track record in successful presentations and task management
• Ability to collaborate and work across a large and highly matrixed organization and collaborate/influence as appropriate
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Articulate, confident, driven professional with the ability to work with like-minded professionals in a results-oriented, fast paced growing environment
• History of business to business relationship management success
• High level of integrity and highest ethical standards with an innate ability to build trust
• Personal confidence with leadership capabilities
• Highly polished, professional presentation skills to the highest levels in the organization and the ability to frame complex issues
• Strong work ethic while comfortable being a role model for others

Preferences:

• Education: BA, BS or MBA or related business experience preferred not required
• Visio a plus
• Experience in Advisor facing technologies or processes a plus

 

Pay Range:

$80,363-$133,938/year
 Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace. LPL supports over 29,000 financial advisors and the wealth-management practices of 1,100 financial institution, servicing and custodying approximately $1.9 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 7 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!

• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!

• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!

• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!

• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!

• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!

• Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. Learn more here!

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum.  During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.

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