Transition Support Partner

LPL Financial; Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Transition Support Partner to manage business transitions for financial advisors. The role involves consulting with advisors, providing training, and ensuring a smooth transition of business operations. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, a background in financial services, and be able to travel 50-60% of the time. A competitive pay range of $30.70-$51.16 per hour is offered, along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

401K matching

Health benefits

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in financial services and/or client-facing role is required.
• Must be able to travel up to 50-60% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Consult with prospective advisors to devise effective transition strategies.
• Provide training on LPL technology and operational needs.
• Support new advisors in moving their book of business to LPL.
• Act as the go-to person for advisors during transitions.
• Discuss technology needs and provide additional training.

Skills

Strong listening skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Salesforce experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

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: As the Transition Support Partner (TSP) in Business Transitions, you will lead transitions for all business lines and channels. As the subject matter expert on LPL’s core technology, operational processes and best practices, you will provide training and education specific to the advisor’s unique needs. Your top priority will be to ensure the advisor/firm has a seamless transition from their prior broker dealer to LPL.

Responsibilities

• Consult with prospective advisors to understand the unique structure of the business transitioning to LPL and devise a strategy to effectively transition the book of business. Engage various departments throughout the firm as subject matter experts where needed.
• Leverage appropriate tools to facilitate in-depth training on all LPL technology with the goal of preparing the prospective advisor (and staff) to effectively operate our technology upon license transfer to LPL. The training focuses on three key elements: basic operational needs such as opening new accounts, transferring of assets and once established, maintaining accounts with the goal of growing the advisor’s business.
• Provide repapering support to aid new advisors in moving their book of business to LPL. This could include data entry for the purpose of establishing an account, thorough tracking of the opening and funding of accounts as well as the proper setup of additional account details such as check writing, and the management of notifications related to the movement of the advisor’s book of business.
• Ultimately, the go-to person for the advisor throughout the transition. You will be expected to navigate issues by leveraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills and know when to engage management for additional support when needed.
• Discuss technology needs of the advisor and provide additional training on LPL proprietary premium products and third-party tools, as necessary.
• Support the execution of department projects and initiatives, as necessary.

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

• 2+ years of experience in financial services and/or client-facing role is required
• Must be able to travel up to 50-60% of the time

Core Competencies

• Strong listening skills with a focus on understanding each advisor’s unique needs
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, leadership, field recruiting professionals and internal recruiters
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong ability to build trust and respect quickly in a client-facing role
• Expertise in various lines of the business - wirehouse, regional, independent, RIA, institutions and retirement plans
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Adaptable, quick learners who can jump in with limited training
• Proficient webinar host with outstanding presentation skills
• Proactive, critical thinker with professional maturity who can self-manage
• Experience with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Salesforce

Preferences

• 1+ year of training, business consulting, or practice management expertise in the investment services space preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field preferred
• Series 7 and 63, 65 or 66 preferred

Pay Range

$30.70-$51.16/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. 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, 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 LPL Financial

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 [phone].

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