Senior Compensation Analyst

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Excited to learn more? If so, then this could be the role for you!  

LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader* in the markets we serve, supporting more than 22,000 financial advisors, 1,100 institution-based investment programs and 500 independent RIA firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor. At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Job Overview:

Reporting to the AVP, Compensation, the Senior Compensation Analyst will be a trusted business partner providing analytical solutions and will assist in providing consultative compensation advice to HR Business partners and the Business. As a member of the team, you will support the compensation function in the design, development, and on-going analysis and management of company-wide compensation programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical support for various compensation projects as well as create insightful analysis, reports, and dashboards to analyze various compensation elements
• Provide guidance to HR Business Partners on competitive pay practices; job evaluations, pay equity reviews, and responding to general compensation inquiries
• Participate in the administration of the annual merit and bonus cycles from end-to-end including design, testing, communication, training and support of partners
• Conduct market pricing and competitive benchmarking, collecting and organizing data for analysis, summarizing findings and highlighting important aspects
• Manage the end-to-end salary survey cycle; collect, submit, and analyze salary survey data
• Perform regular data audits to ensure accuracy, integrity and compliance of compensation-related data.
• Proactively seek new insights and approaches contributing to the continuous improvement of compensation programs and processes
• Support the development and delivery of communications to support the compensation function throughout the year, including webpage maintenance, email communications, and trainings.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or a combination of work experience in HR compensation
• 5+ years of progressive HR work experience, with a minimum of 3+ years specifically within compensation
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to create models, advanced formulas, macros, etc.

Core Competencies:

• Proven data analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently as a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Sensitivity in working with confidential information
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex topics in an easy to understand way

Preferences:

• Workday and MarketPay experience is a plus
• Ability to conduct job evaluations and benchmarking

Pay Range:

Why LPL? 

At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.

We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.

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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.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.