Senior Analyst, Investment Product Management

LPL Financial; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

LPL Financial is seeking a Senior Analyst, Investment Product Management to support the onboarding and management of SMA investment strategies. You will work closely with asset managers, internal teams, and external partners to ensure timely onboarding and ongoing operational excellence.

The role requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of SMAs and related investment vehicles, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic wealth-management environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the financial services industry.
• Knowledgeable in the investment advisory product landscape, specifically SMAs.
• Well-versed in a broad range of investment vehicles, including equities, mutual funds, ETFs, and fixed income.
• Effective communicator with polished presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Onboard SMAs end-to-end with timely communication.
• Maintain relationships across departments and with external partners.
• Collaborate with Research, Risk Management, Operations, Legal, and Compliance.
• Oversee SMA product operations, onboarding, reporting, and SMA mailbox oversight.
• Lead key initiatives from inception to delivery.
• Leverage industry knowledge to deliver innovative investment solutions.
• Capture feedback to identify process improvements.

Skills

Relationship management

SMA onboarding

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Industry knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

CRM systems

Morningstar

Job description

What if you could

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:

The Senior Analyst, Investment Product Management plays a critical role in supporting the operational and strategic needs of our investment platform. This position is responsible for managing relationships with asset managers, resolving operational challenges, and driving the successful onboarding of new Separately Managed Account (SMA) strategies.

Responsibilities:

• SMA Strategy Onboarding- Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for SMAs and similar strategies, ensuring timely execution and clear, concise communication with all stakeholders.
• Relationship Management- Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships across departments to ensure alignment and transparency. Act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners to explain strategy availability, manage the pipeline of onboarding requests, and provide updates on progress.
• Collaboration- Collaborate with LPL Research, Product Risk Management, Operations, Legal, and Compliance to review and approve strategies requiring additional oversight.
• Product Management Operations- Own the day-to-day management of SMA investment products, including strategy onboarding, issue resolution, management reporting, and oversight of the SMA mailbox.
• Project Leadership- Lead and drive key initiatives and projects from inception through execution, ensuring alignment with business priorities and timely delivery.
• Industry Insight- Leverage and continuously expand industry knowledge to deliver competitive and innovative investment solutions.
• Continuous Improvement- Capture and analyze feedback from advisors and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for process 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

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the financial services industry
• Knowledgeable in the investment advisory product landscape, specifically SMAs
• Well-versed in a broad range of investment vehicles, including equities, mutual funds, ETFs, and fixed income
• Effective communicator with polished presentation skills

Core Competencies

• Proven experience managing SMA onboarding processes and investment product operations. Strong understanding of investment products, particularly managed accounts and advisory platforms
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex information to diverse audiences
• Foster a collaborative environment by actively engaging with cross-functional teams to solve problems and deliver results.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, compliant, and timely solutions
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Series 7, Series 66
• Experience with process improvement, documentation, and issue resolution
• Due Diligence and product risk experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Lists, and other relevant tools; experience with investment platforms, Morningstar, or CRM systems is a plus

Pay Range:

$78,375-$130,625/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.

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. 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 [phone].

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