Manager, Operational Readiness - OCI

Are you passionate about serving clients, adding value, improving process/systems? Are you solution-oriented and passionate about delivering results?  Do you like thinking outside the box, learning new skills and problem solving? If so, LPL Financial is the place for you!

Excited to learn more? If so, then this could be the role for you! 

Job Overview:

The Data Readiness Manager in Operations, Conversions and Integration (OCI) plays a critical role in overseeing the data mapping, testing and integration processes required for successfully converting client accounts and account data into the firm’s systems. This position is responsible for leading a team that ensure the accurate and timely execution of data related activities, working cross-functionally with internal business units, technology teams, and external vendors to drive seamless transitions during financial institution integration into LPL’s ecosphere.  

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team responsible for data management, quality controls, and conversion execution.

• Ensure client account data is accurately mapped, tested, and implemented in alignment with department policies, controls and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and maintain procedures, controls and reporting metric to monitor data integrity through the conversion lifecycle.

• Collaborate with stakeholders across business units to define data requirements, priorities, and timelines.

• Performance management of the team by creating and supporting goals and development plans for each team individual, maintaining high levels of team performance standards, and acting as a change agent for the team in support of the department and LPL goals.

• Act as the primary escalation point for data related issues, facilitating timely resolutions to minimize disruptions.

• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies impacting data conversion processes.

• Review and sign off on documented process flows current state vs future state for the determination of continuous improvement and next steps.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Core Competencies:

• Thrive and excel in a very fast paced environment with a proven ability to manage concurrent complex projects and the ability to prioritize work, identify and manage escalations, and push for execution.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to speak as a subject matter expert, with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Proven leadership related skills such as mentorship and coaching, performance management, resource management.

• Client centric approach and mindset

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on detail and accuracy as well as inference-making, and analytical pro-active problem-solving and prevention

• Challenges status quo thinking with a different point of view to arrive at better results

• Ability to exercise a risk-based mindset (financial, regulatory, reputational) when presented with opportunities and determining solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

• 7+ years of related professional experience in financial services in disciplines such as operations or trading

• 5 years progressive experience managing employees

• Advanced Excel and other data analytical skills

• Alteryx experience/working knowledge.

• Experience with clearing/custodial platforms such as BETA, Pershing or National Financial.

• Lean Six Sigma, encouraged.

• Industry licensing encouraged

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Pay Range:

$66,788-$111,313/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) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

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.

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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