[Remote] AVP, Transitions Administrative Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LPL Financial is a rapidly growing wealth management firm seeking a leader to enhance the administrative transition experience for financial advisors. This role involves coordinating advisor transitions, ensuring a seamless and personal experience while managing relationships with various stakeholders throughout the onboarding process.


Responsibilities

  • Lead the day‑to‑day orchestration of transitions for Admin Management team by proactively managing timelines, requirements, dependencies, and risks to ensure smooth execution
  • Build strong, trusted relationships with advisors and their teams, delivering calm, solution‑oriented leadership during high‑stakes and complex transitions
  • Partner with Regional Branch Managers and People Business Partners to assess practice structure, staffing needs, and onboarding readiness for each transition
  • Provide hands‑on guidance to advisor office staff on systems, workflows, and operating procedures during critical transition moments
  • Serve as the primary administrative leader and point of contact for advisor transitions for the Field, coordinating closely with Business Transitions, Field Management, and cross‑functional partners throughout the transition lifecycle
  • Advocate for the advisor and staff experience by identifying patterns, escalating obstacles, and driving resolution across stakeholders
  • Strengthen consistency and quality across transitions by reinforcing repeatable best practices and continuously refining how the experience is delivered
  • Ensure clean, well‑coordinated handoffs to Business-as-Usual Administrative Managers, supporting continuity of service and post‑transition stabilization
  • Use data, feedback, and transition outcomes to recommend process and workflow improvements that enhance efficiency and long‑term advisor success
  • Support capacity needs by managing or assisting with a reduced BAU territory or partnering with existing Regional Administrative Managers as needed

Skills

  • FINRA Series 7 and 66, or equivalent licensure
  • 3+ years of proven experience leading or coordinating advisor onboarding or transition experiences within financial services
  • 5+ years of experience working in a wealth management and brokerage environment, including advisor business models and administrative support structures
  • 5+ years of previous experience partnering effectively with financial advisors, branch teams, and home-office stakeholders
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex timelines with attention to detail
  • Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across diverse stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, particularly in fast-paced or high-stakes situations
  • Demonstrated professionalism with a high standard for confidentiality, integrity, and ethical conduct
  • 5+ years of experience in the brokerage or financial services industry
  • Prior experience in office management, operations leadership, or administrative team oversight
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
  • FINRA Series 24 or 9/10
  • Proficiency with standard business and office technology tools

Benefits

  • 401K matching
  • Health benefits
  • Employee stock options
  • Paid time off
  • Volunteer time off

Company Overview

  • LPL Financial provides investment solutions and tools for independent financial advisors. It was founded in 1968, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.lpl.com.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • LPL Financial has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 23 in 2026, 106 in 2025, 105 in 2024, 122 in 2023, 127 in 2022, 65 in 2021, 44 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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