AVP, Data & Data Analytics

AVP, Data & Data Analytics - OCI

Are you a team player? Are you curious to learn? Are you interested in working in meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology? Are you interested in being part of a team that is working to transform and do things differently? If so, LPL Financial is the place 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 18,000 financial advisors, 800 institution-based investment programs and 450 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 AVP, Data & Data Analytics role in Operations, Conversions, & Integration (OCI) will lead the data analytics team and the data processes associated with conversions and integrations. The ideal candidate will a strong background in data analysis, business requirements gathering, project management, and understand business/regulatory needs. The candidate must possess strong communication, time management, organizational, and analytical skills with a good eye for identifying and understanding firm risk and regulatory guidelines as well as client experience.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and Lead the OCI Data Analytics team that will have a series of responsibilities including but not limited to:
  • Conducting data analysis to identify gaps, patterns, and anomalies for the conversion teams to plan, message and prepare for.
  • Partner with the OCI Continuous Improvement team to identify areas of opportunity for conversion process improvement through analytics of past and current conversions reviewing trends, patterns, and outliers.
  • Collaborate with teams on “storytelling” of the data insights collected.
• Performance management of the team by creating and supporting goals and development plans for each team individual, maintaining high levels of team performance standards, and acting as a change agent for the team in support of the department and LPL goals.
• Collaborate with OCI leadership on data strategy, governance and analytics for conversion data ingestion and analytics.
• Develop and implement procedures, controls, standard practices and reportable metrics for the team. 
• Assess regulatory, financial, and reputational risks and understand controls needed when presented with opportunities and determining solution.

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 can execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of data collections and data analytics and create compelling presentations and other documents supported by strong qualitative and quantitative storytelling.
• 5+ years of progressive experience managing employees.

Core Competencies:

• Thrive and excel in a very fast paced environment with a proven ability to manage concurrent complex projects and the ability to prioritize work, identify and manage escalations, and push for execution.
• Expert in data analysis, inference-making, and analytical pro-active problem-solving
• Expert communication skills, both written and oral, with ability to present materials to the highest levels on the organization and articulate the business case and justification across the organization.
• Ability to exercise a risk-based mindset (financial, regulatory, reputational) when presented with opportunities and determining solutions.
• Client centric approach and mindset
• Challenges status quo thinking with a different point of view to arrive at better results
• Proven leadership related skills such as mentorship and coaching, performance management and resource management.
• Make well educated decisions, that are fact based and metrics driven to realize goals and objectives.
• Think strategically, have a good eye for what may be coming and can message that strategy internally to OCI and externally to other LPL partners.

Preferences:

• Excels in data, reporting, and project software tools such as SQL, Lucid, Miro, Visio, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, Alteryx, Tableau, etc.
• Experience in financial services in disciplines such as operations or trading, preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Industry licensing encouraged

 

Pay Range:

$100,275-$167,125/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!

 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

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.

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. 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 (855) 575-6947.

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