Do you love developing talent and bringing the best out in others through user centricity and innovation? Enjoy a balance of strategy and execution, just enough influence and weed working? Have a passion for fostering diversity and a culture of belonging?
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 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 VP, Talent Development will be a strategic partner focused on LPL’s promise to deliver on industry leading development for career growth while fostering a culture of belonging and increasing representation for women and people of color. The focus of work will be done by creating strategy, program management, measurement and execution, content development and processes that enable employees to deliver against business and leadership goals and bring their best self to LPL Financial.
This position will work in partnership with Employee Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and will consult and collaborate with operating and functional business leaders and will work with internal talent partners This role will report to the SVP Leadership Development and Performance Management and through a combination of strategic, operational and tactical leadership will work to ensure alignment and integration with all talent management initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Identify and assess talent development strategies in order to equip top talent to move further along in their careers and thrive in their new positions at LPL (sponsorship, external development opportunities, post-promotion support, etc.)
Develop program that will provide top talent with opportunities for exposure to other areas and leaders of the company in order to build business savvy and consideration for various career paths
Support and partner to create framework for mitigating bias in talent assessment and performance management processes
Oversee professional development for Employee Resource Program (ERG)
Develop and report on objectives and key results (OKRs) for Leadership Development
Create and manage leadership development programs that vary in scale to equip top talent (mid to VP leaders)
Analyze the impact of programs and make changes as needed while providing executive level reporting
Consult and facilitate for business leaders as part of team or business development (strategy, team performance, behavioral assessments, 360’s)
What are we looking for?
We want strong collaborators who are excited to contribute to our continued success in taking care of our advisors so that they take care of their clients. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
10+ years progressive experience in talent development and leadership development
BA/BS or equivalent in relevant business experience
Behavioral Assessment Certification or licenses (DISC, MBTI, Strengths, PI, or similar)
Core Competencies:
Measurement and analytical reporting
Problem Solving
Critical thinking to innovative solutions
Comfortable with ambiguity
Able to identify process inefficiencies and improvement solutions
Able to engage in collaboration with team
Comfortable with a fast-paced environment
Program Management
Instructional Design and Facilitation
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Pay Range:
$105,800-$158,700/year
The salary range is dependent on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skill, experience, and work location.
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 (800) 877-7210.
