AVP, Business Exit Planning

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Job Overview:

The High-Net-Worth Services AVP, Business Exit Planning will be part of a growing team within the LPL Business Solutions organization responsible for supporting Financial Advisors with delivering High-Net-Worth focused advanced planning and portfolio strategy.  The ideal candidate will have high-net-worth experience, be passionate about business exit planning, and be eager to support advisors with their highest-value clients and prospects.  

High-Net-Worth Services offers a comprehensive suite of fee-based planning services, investing services, and additional high-net-worth-focused capabilities to help LPL advisors win and serve high-net-worth investors with more complex needs.  Our human-led, tech-enabled services help our advisors deliver great financial advice and run thriving businesses.

In support of LPL advisors and their high-wealth clients, the AVP, Business Exit Planning will be a dedicated resource and member of LPL’s High-Net-Worth Services team.  This individual will contribute to developing, launching, and delivering business exit planning services such as exit strategy development, business valuation, succession planning, and client education.  Acting in a specialist capacity, this role will collaborate with High-Net-Worth Consultants and other specialized High-Net-Worth Services team members to deliver business exit planning services and support to subscribing advisors and their existing or prospective clients. 

Additionally, this individual will contribute to the expansion, maintenance, and utilization of LPL’s Investment Banking referral partners to whom LPL Advisors can introduce their clients with small to mid-sized businesses for M&A and debt advisory services.

The AVP, Business Exit Planning will also frequently interact with other areas of the firm, including LPL Legal, Compliance, and Relationship Management, and participate in strategic discussions with LPL leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and collaborate with a community of LPL Advisors interested in offering business exit planning to build a pipeline of investment banking referrals.

• Contribute to maintaining and expanding the team’s referral network of High-Net-Worth wealth adjacent service providers, including Investment Banking, Business Advisory, OTC Hedging and Monetization.

• Proactive sourcing of leads through LPL advisors of qualified business owners ready for sale or scale

• Dispositioning, follow up, and follow through of qualified business planning leads

• Occasional public speaking and conveyance of advanced subject matter in small and large public speaking settings.  This includes public speaking participation in webinars, conference calls, staff meetings, and presentations at LPL conferences.  The role may include representing LPL Financial at external conferences, events, and industry functions.

• This position requires excellent customer service, record keeping and reporting skills with an emphasis on verbal and written communication abilities.  

• The candidate must demonstrate keen strategic thinking, analytical skills, project management skills, and excellent time management abilities.  The incumbent must balance a collaborative approach within a team and drive their own independent efforts across all levels of a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced organization.

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:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Series 7, 66, and 24

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial services or financial sales

Core Competencies:

• Strong personal financial planning knowledge and an understanding of financial services products and solutions

• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment encompassing multiple disciplines and product lines

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Highly collaborative with experience in servicing the needs of affluent and institutional clients.

• Strong teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skills

• Software/Systems Skills: MS Office, Salesforce

Preferences:

• Professional certifications such as CEPA, CEP, CFP, or CPA

• Company raise, sale or recap experience

• Concentrated stock risk management experience

 

Pay Range:

$113,100-$188,500/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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