Associate Financial Representative I

lplfinancial; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

LPL Financial is offering a structured apprenticeship for aspiring financial advisors in Fort Mill, SC. You will learn the business alongside an experienced advisor, gaining exposure to clients, compliance, and the full cycle of relationship development.

You will participate in classroom sessions (virtual and in-person), coaching, and hands-on activities to sharpen sales skills while building a professional network across the industry.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience in sales or a related setting.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to obtain Series 7 and 66 licenses within 120 days.
• 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build referral pipelines and partnerships to grow client relationships.
• Analyze client financial data to develop strategies toward goals.
• Prepare forms and documents for customer accounts.
• Develop and maintain programs for new business development and promotions.
• Handle customer inquiries and issues.
• Execute mailing campaigns, seminars, and other sales ideas.
• Maintain accurate client files and schedule meetings.
• Attend sales meetings and assist with prospecting and marketing.
• Process trades under the mentor advisor's direction.

Skills

Sales experience

Client service

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What if you could build a career where ambition meets innovation? At LPL Financial, we empower professionals to shape their success while helping clients pursue their financial goals with confidence. What if you could have access to cutting-edge resources, a collaborative environment, and the freedom to make an impact? If you're ready to take the next step, discover what's possible with LPL Financial.

Job Overview:

You'll work alongside a successful LPL advisor to learn firsthand the business of becoming a financial advisor. You'll have access to a network of knowledgeable industry professionals, mentors, and resources to help ensure you reach your full potential.

Responsibilities:

• Build referral pipelines and develop strong partnerships to help develop and grow client relationships
• Analyze financial data received from clients to develop strategies to meet their goals.
• Ability to prepare all appropriate forms and documents for customer accounts.
• Develop, institute, and maintain programs relating to new business development and sales promotions
• Handle customer inquiries and issues.
• Execute customer mailing campaigns, seminars, and other sales generating ideas.
• Provide general administrative support.
• Maintain accurate client files.
• Adhere to all Compliance and Legal requirements.
• Schedule appointments and prepare for meetings.
• Participation in classroom learning sessions (virtual and in-person)
• Apprenticeship, mentoring, and coaching sessions with a mentor advisor and other industry professionals
• Attend sales meetings and assist with client prospecting and marketing.
• Attend coaching sessions and training events to improve sales skills and industry knowledge
• Process trades under direction of the mentor financial advisor.

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:

• 1+ years of applicable professional experience and/or experience working in a professional sales or entrepreneurial setting
• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to obtain Series 7 and 66 licenses within the first 120 days of employment.
• 3+ years of experience utilizing Microsoft Office

Preferences:

• High attention to detail and desire to deliver superior client service.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and self-motivation to succeed.
• Ability to multi-task with high degree of accuracy
• Ability to learn and accept standard operating procedures and compliance regulations.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and software programs.
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Pay Range:

54,700.00 - 91,100.00

The pay salary range is inclusive of base salary and potential sales incentive compensation based upon the applicable incentive compensation plan for this position. Base salary is determined on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Incentive compensation is dependent on achievement of goals set forth in the incentive compensation plan. 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(6) , LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 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. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

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