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Job Overview:
LPL Financial is seeking a Vice President, Data Services to lead our Reference Data Master team within the Data & Analytics organization. This role is ideal for a seasoned technical leader with deep expertise in party reference data management, cloud-native architectures, and enterprise data engineering. You will be responsible for driving the strategy, design, and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-quality party data solutions that support critical business functions including client onboarding, KYC/AML, regulatory reporting, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the Party Referenced Data team, providing strategic direction, technical leadership, and mentorship while architecting and implementing cloud-native platforms using AWS services such as Glue, Lambda, EventBridge, S3, RDS, and MSK. Drive modernization by migrating legacy systems to scalable cloud solutions, integrating third-party data providers like S&P Global’s Markit and Dun & Bradstreet for accurate KYC/AML data ingestion and enrichment.
Design and maintain robust data models for clients, counterparties, issuers, and legal entities, establishing governance frameworks for validation, deduplication, survivorship, and lineage tracking. Develop APIs and data services for CRM, trading, compliance, and reporting platforms, ensuring observability, resilience, and compliance with privacy and cybersecurity standards.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate technical concepts into actionable solutions, champion continuous improvement through emerging technologies, and lead Agile delivery processes using Jira.
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 are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in data engineering, software development, or cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on party or entity reference data.
5+ years in a leadership role, managing technical teams and delivering enterprise-scale data solutions.
Core Competencies:
Strategic thinking with a strong technical foundation.
Proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams.
Deep understanding of party data ecosystems and regulatory requirements (e.g., KYC, AML, FATCA).
Passion for building scalable, secure, and high-quality data platforms.
Strong executive presence and ability to communicate with senior leadership.
Preferences:
Expertise in AWS services, including Glue, Lambda, EventBridge, S3, RDS (Aurora/Postgres), and MSK/Kinesis.
Strong experience with data mastering, identity resolution, and golden record creation for party data.
Proficiency with relational and cloud-native databases, such as Snowflake, Aurora, Postgres, and MSSQL.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform), and DevOps practices.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across technical and business teams.
AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer) are a plus.
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Pay Range:
$128,588-$214,313/yearActual 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.
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!
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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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