Senior Financial Planner

LPL’s Financial Planning team is seeking candidates passionate about providing financial planning support to advisors through a variety of means including developing financial plans, providing education on complex financial planning strategies and coaching advisors on best practices for running an efficient and profitable planning practice.  

This individual will be part of a growing team within the Comprehensive Advice organization responsible for supporting a network of independent Financial Advisors with back-office financial planning support so that our advisors can continue to provide superior personal financial advice to their clients. This is a salaried position, and the Financial Planner will not have the opportunity to build their own book of business, but may have the opportunity to present financial plans to clients in partnership with the financial advisor as needed.

Job Overview:

LPL’s Financial Planning Services team is looking for a highly motivated and qualified Senior Financial Planner to support a network of advisors in all aspects of financial planning.  

Responsibilities:

• Conduct data entry, plan design & analysis and provide a written summary of recommendations and next steps.
• Cultivate relationships with advisors ensuring client satisfaction to drive continued utilization and retention of planning services.
• Consult with LPL Financial Advisors on all aspects of financial planning to increase the adoption of planning and provide practical guidance to existing planners to gain efficiencies and drive growth and plan penetration.
• Professionally present completed financial plans to advisors and clients as needed
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of personal financial planning concepts and stay informed of current financial planning developments and industry trends. 
• Identify advisor needs and additional opportunities to refer to business partners including, but not limited to High-Net-Worth Services, and Tax Planning.  
• Cultivate positive working relationships within the team and all business units across Comprehensive Advice.  
• Play a critical role in collaborating with branch management and field leadership within the independent advisor network model.
• Proactively engage with advisors both virtually and in-person to drive financial planning adoption and implementation. Expected 20% travel to advisor offices and regional branch locations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or equivalent experience 
• Must have CFP® or currently pursuing
• 5+ years of financial services experience with 3+ years of experience in the development and presentation of comprehensive financial plans

Preferences:

• Strong understanding of personal financial planning including, but not limited to retirement, personal wealth management, risk management, and education planning  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate expertise with eMoney, MoneyGuide or RightCapital  
• Ability to effectively communicate, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail is a must 
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at once  
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills 

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Pay Range:

$74,100-$123,500/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, volunteer time off, and more. This role is also eligible for LPL’s discretionary bonus. 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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