Analyst, M&A Solutions & Protection Plans
Are you pursuing a career in finance?
Do you have financial modeling experience and are passionate about client service?
Do you enjoy working with a fast-growing and innovative team? 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
The LPL Financial Advisor M&A team is seeking talented and analytical candidates who are passionate about assisting LPL Financial advisors as they protect their practice from the unexpected through protection plans, succession planning, acquisitions, and allows the advisors an opportunity to exit with minimal end-investor disruption as ownership transfers. The analyst is responsible for providing detailed business valuations, onboarding support, and serving as an initial contact and relationship manager for our client base.
What will you do?
- Support existing Protection Plans & Advisor M&A team in daily back-end operations (perform valuations, onboard new participants, interview advisors, analyze business statistics, client support follow up, etc.)
- Become a specialist and subject matter expert in the Assurance Plan and the Resilience Plan, small business mergers and acquisitions, and alternative deal structure strategies
- Ability to think strategically and provide insights into streamlining and developing scalable solutions to service the growing demands of our advisor’s business needs
- Responsible for providing excellent service through phone calls, emailing them information about products or services they have received from us, answering phones, and responding directly to any inquiries that may arise while maintaining the highest level of professionalism at all times
- Maintain accurate detailed records on each transaction and client interactions
What does your success look like in the first 90 days?
- Working with others in the team, department, and across the company to understand the LPL ecosystem and how it pertains to the Assurance Plan, Resilience Plan, and M&A deals
- Immersing yourself in learning as much as you can about the nuances of team processes and tools, the industry, company, and our advisors
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.
What skills, experiences, and education are required?
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field required
- 1-2 years corporate finance, investment, or corporate development experience preferred
- Basic Excel modeling capabilities required (Vlookup, Match, Pivots, etc.); excel test administered if the applicant is selected for an onsite interview
- Strong knowledge of business valuation methodology desired
- Self-Driven individual with a high level of motivation capable of working independently while maintaining confidential information
- Ability to work within a team, problem solve, take initiative, and show strong attention to detail is critical
- Ability to perform and multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, excellent organizational skills, and time management skills required
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), as well as strong interpersonal skills, allowing you to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels within the organization
- Demonstrated knowledge of the financial services industry and LPL platforms, products, and services a plus
- FINRA Series 7/63 a plus
Pay Range:
$66,720-$100,080/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. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
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.