Manager, Managed Affiliation Model

LPL Financial • CA

107d • $80,300 - $133,800

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Managed Affiliation Model Manager to lead the Client Service Associates for our Managed Support Team within the Employee Affiliation Model. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing centralized administrative operations and ensuring exceptional support is delivered to Financial Advisors and their teams nationwide. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a deep understanding of branch operations and proven success managing support teams in a fast-paced financial services environment. Experience with both W-2 and 1099 advisor models is strongly preferred, as is the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and support firm-wide programs. If you are passionate about operational leadership and building high-performing administrative teams, we invite you to help shape the future of advisor support in our growing employee affiliation model.

Requirements

• FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days.
• 2+ years of experience working with Financial Advisors, Branch and Home Office support teams.
• 2+ years brokerage/financial services industry knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• FINRA Series 24, 9/10.
• Bachelor’s degree; preferably in Business, Accounting or Finance.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively leading and managing teams.
• Strong customer focus, excellent verbal and written communication skills and extremely organized.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning skills and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direct management of Client Service Associates (CSAs) and Support Staff across branch offices.
• Serve as an advocate for assigned offices and navigate offices through the intricate details of LPL policies/procedures.
• Partner with internal teams to advance operational excellence and support the expansion of the Employee Affiliation Model.
• Drive adoption of scalable processes and best practices that align with the direction of the Managed Affiliation Admin Organization.
• Manage team capacity planning to ensure consistent service coverage.
• Support associate development through timely feedback, monthly 1:1s, and alignment to career goals.
• Motivate and lead through organizational change, fostering a resilient and adaptable team culture.
• Promote a culture of coaching, learning, and excellence with a focus on advisor and client experience.
• Lead performance management and compensation discussions aligned with pay-for-performance principles.
• Act as a liaison between branch teams and Home Office partners, advocating for needs and delivering solutions.
• Lead administrative initiatives and projects that support our Employee Advisor teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, increase efficiencies, and streamline support models.
• Contribute to hiring efforts and talent development strategies to build and retain a top-performing support team.

Benefits

• 401K matching
• health benefits
• employee stock options
• paid time off
• volunteer time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees