Registered Client Service Associate

LPL Financial; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

LPL Financial is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to provide administrative support to an advisor or team of advisors in Lakeland, FL. The role focuses on client service, scheduling, and maintaining accurate client information while supporting daily operations and meeting preparation.

Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, Series 7 license, and experience working with financial advisors and client onboarding.

Qualifications

• Series 7 license required
• Minimum 5 years in Client Service/financial services
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance preferred
• Experience with Financial Advisors and branch/home office support

Responsibilities

• Inbound client calls, schedule appointments, and prepare materials for client meetings
• Keep client management systems up to date with client information
• Assist with documentation requirements for new business
• Manage account activities that are operational in nature – new accounts, cash management, transfers, and account maintenance
• Conduct proactive outreach to clients and advisors on time sensitive activities
• Own inquiries and coordinate with internal departments to meet client expectations
• Educate clients on account services and new technology – eSignature, paperless statements, Account View
• Partner with Financial Advisor to strategize on opportunities to meet client needs
• Independently hold routine meetings with established clients
• Assist in executing trades for clients as needed

Skills

Customer focus

Verbal communication

Written communication

CRM proficiency

Multi-project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM systems

Job description

Where Ambition Meets Innovation

Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.

Job Overview

The primary role of the Registered Client Service Associate (CSA) is to provide administrative support to an advisor or team of advisors, including any and all daily, monthly, and annual tasks. The Registered CSA helps the advisor maintain his or her practice and deliver positive results for the advisor’s clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent customer services skills (both verbal and written), and a proven ability to adapt to a changing work environment. Additionally, Registered CSAs must possess the skills to independently and confidently conduct established client meetings when needed. This role will work in the Allen & Company office in Lakeland, FL.

Responsibilities

• Inbound client calls, schedule appointments, and prepare materials for client meetings
• Keep client management systems up to date with client information
• Assist with various documentation requirements for new business
• Manage account activities that are operational in nature – new accounts, cash management, transfers, and account maintenance (e.g., periodic distributions, debits)
• Conduct proactive outreach to clients and advisors on time sensitive activities (e.g., RMDs)
• Assume ownership of inquiries and requests; communicate with internal departments to ensure clients’ expectations for timely service delivery are met
• Educate clients on account services, capabilities, and new technology – eSignature, paperless statements, Account View (client portal), etc.
• Partners with Financial Advisor to strategize on opportunities to meet the needs of clients
• Independently hold routine meetings with established clients when needed
• Assist in executing trades for clients as needed to support the 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

• Series 7 license

Core Competencies

• Strong customer focus, excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to explain complex information clearly and simply
• Proven ability to independently and efficiently manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment
• Organized with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build and foster relationships with clients, coworkers, and internal/external partners
• Strong analytical skills and ability to research information
• Demonstrates drive, initiative, and motivation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CRM applications
• Able to utilize internal resources, training & self-service options available such as iKnow, Resource Center, LPLU, etc.
• Prior Customer Service experience financial services background required

Preferences

• Series 66
• 5+ years of experience in role as a Client Service Associate or similar role
• Bachelor’s degree; preferably in Business, Accounting or Finance
• Experience working with Financial Advisors, Branch and Home Office support teams
• Additional financial services certifications/designations

Pay Range

$25.85-$43.08/hour 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.

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 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 the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities.

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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.

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