AVP, Research Experience

Lead with Purpose, Unlock Your Team’s Passion

At LPL, people leaders hold the key to the employee experience — shaping culture, driving performance, and guiding individuals to new heights. Because when that happens, we all win – clients, LPL, and most importantly our, employees.

If you're ready to lead with intention and discover what’s possible, LPL Financial invites you to apply today.

Job Overview:
As an AVP on the Research Experience team, you will lead the Ask LPL Research function, overseeing a team that serves as a front-line extension of LPL Research. The team translates investment perspectives, portfolio guidance, and market insights from LPL’s strategists and analysts into timely, high-quality support delivered to advisors via phone and email consultation.

In parallel, you will partner closely with the Vice President, Research Experience to drive business management, operational execution, and strategic initiatives across the LPL Research organization.

This role sits at the intersection of advisor engagement, research delivery, and business operations, requiring a balance of leadership, analytical thinking, and execution.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Ask LPL Research function, overseeing team operations, advisor inquiry management, and delivery of a consistent, high-quality advisor experience that reflects LPL Research insights and recommendations
• Ensure the Ask LPL Research team functions as a seamless extension of LPL’s strategists and analysts, translating investment perspectives into clear, actionable guidance for advisors
• Partner with the Vice President, Research Experience to execute strategic initiatives, manage priorities, and support business planning, reporting, and communications
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across workflows, including KPI development, performance tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Serve as a key liaison across LPL Research and other internal teams to ensure alignment and enhance the advisor experience

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:

• 3–5+ years of experience in financial services, investment research, or corporate finance
• Understanding of financial markets, investment products, and portfolio concepts
• Experience with Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, financial modeling, pivot tables, macros) with working knowledge of PowerPoint for presenting analytical findings
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and execute in a fast-paced environment

Core Competencies:

• Advisor-focused mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service
• Ability to lead through change and remain resilient in a dynamic environment
• Collaboration skills across functions and levels of the organization
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Ownership mentality with a desire to drive outcomes and improve processes
• Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Written and verbal communication skills

Preferences:

• Experience managing or leading a team
• Experience supporting advisor-facing or client service functions
• FINRA Series 7 and 66 (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)

 

Pay Range:

$100,734.00 - $167,890.00

 

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(6) , 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.

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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.

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