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Job Overview:
LPL’s Marketing, Comms & Experiences Dept. is seeking a Sr. Planner, Conference Experiences & Events to support the planning, production, and execution of client- and employee-facing conferences. This role plays a key part in strengthening and growing existing client relationships by delivering high-quality events for our clients and employees that drive measurable business outcomes.
The Sr. Conference Planner will support multiple events, partnering cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution and maximum return on investment. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional conference experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans to deliver conferences aligned with LPL’s strategic objectives while providing an outstanding client experience.
- Lead and support all logistical aspects of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events, including program format, food and beverage, branding and signage, audiovisual production, show flow, on-site production, and security.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to define conference objectives and deliver outcomes that support firmwide and line-of-business priorities.
- Partner with the analytics team to track and report key performance metrics, including attendee feedback, engagement, and participation data, to assess ROI and inform future event strategy.
- Apply feedback quickly and thoughtfully, using an entrepreneurial mindset to continuously improve conference execution and outcomes.
- Manage conference budgets accurately, ensuring alignment with forecasted expenses and sponsor revenue.
- Proactively navigate challenges and roadblocks, offering creative, thoughtful, and solutions-oriented recommendations.
- Engage extensively with clients and internal and external partners via phone and email, maintaining professionalism throughout the planning lifecycle.
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 required; a focus in event planning, hospitality management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of meeting or conference planning experience in a hotel, association, corporate, DMC, or similar environment, with at least 1–2 years in a corporate setting.
- 3+ years’ experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% of the time.
Core Competencies:
- Strong understanding of event planning, operations, and marketing.
- Proven ability to work autonomously while managing and prioritizing multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Preferences:
- Professional certifications or designations.
- Experience in the financial services industry.
Pay Range:
$73,439.00 - $122,364.00Actual 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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree required; a focus in event planning, hospitality management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of meeting or conference planning experience in a hotel, association, corporate, DMC, or similar environment, with at least 1-2 years in a corporate setting.
- 3+ years' experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% of the time.
LPL Financial Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about LPL Financial and has not been reviewed or approved by LPL Financial.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a company 401(k) match that is frequently highlighted as a strong component of total rewards. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance long‑term financial value.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a meaningful discount and lookback is highlighted as accessible ownership. Feedback suggests the plan adds tangible upside beyond base salary.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave has been expanded alongside family‑building and adoption support. Feedback suggests these benefits compare well to large‑employer standards.
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Financial advice is changing, and at LPL Financial, we’re at the forefront. We’re building a future where advisors can—with no friction or complexity, as simple as turning the dials—pick the business model, services, technology, and product mix that best meet their clients’ needs. With one platform, one sign-on, and one team to call, you can take your business anywhere you want it to go. There are no limits to your growth, and we’ll partner with you every step of the way. Your greatness is our goal. LPL Financial is a leader in the retail financial advice market and the nation’s largest independent broker/dealer*. We serve independent financial advisors and financial institutions, providing them with the technology, research, clearing and compliance services, and practice management programs they need to create and grow thriving practices. LPL enables them to provide objective guidance to millions of American families seeking wealth management, retirement planning, financial planning and asset management solutions. LPL.com Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial. A registered investment advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC.
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