VP, Product Management, Workflows Transformation

Job Overview Lead the transformation of Operations workflows at LPL Financial as Vice President, Product Management. Accountable for the end‑to‑end delivery of an Operations Transformation portfolio, including strategy, execution, adoption, and sustained value realization across automation‑led and AI‑enabled (where applicable) workflow products. The VP drives outcomes that improve advisor experience, increase operational efficiency, and support compliant growth. Responsibilities Product Ownership & Delivery Accountability Own strategy, execution, adoption, and realized business value for Operations workflow products. Define product priorities, success metrics, and investment trade-offs aligned with enterprise and Operations objectives. Ensure measurable improvements in advisor experience, cycle time, risk reduction, and operational efficiency. Establish accountability models, delivery standards, and governance mechanisms across teams. Automation‑Led & AI‑Enabled Transformation Strategy Set domain strategy with an automation‑first mindset and responsible use of AI. Guide teams in balancing deterministic automation, orchestration, and AI‑assisted decisioning based on value, risk, and explainability. Partner with Engineering, Architecture, Data, and Risk & Compliance to ensure solutions are compliant, scalable, resilient, and governable. Ensure workflows are data‑driven and AI‑ready where appropriate, avoiding unnecessary complexity or risk. Portfolio & Product Leadership Oversee a portfolio of workflow products, aligning roadmaps, delivery capacity, and Operations priorities. Review and challenge product strategies, roadmaps, and backlogs to maintain focus on outcomes over outputs. Act as escalation point for delivery risks, dependencies, and cross‑team trade-offs. People Leadership & Talent Development Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing team of Product Owners and Product Managers. Set clear ownership expectations, execution quality, and product thinking; coach leaders on delivery discipline and stakeholder management. Provide ongoing feedback, performance management, and career development. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and learning around automation and responsible AI. Stakeholder Leadership & Executive Governance Serve as a senior execution partner to Operations, Technology, Data, and Risk executives. Lead governance forums with transparent reporting on delivery progress, benefits realization, risks, and trade-offs. Influence enterprise priorities and funding decisions through data‑driven business cases and outcome reporting. Enterprise Digital & AI Transformation Leadership Play a visible leadership role in LPL’s digital and AI transformation across Operations. Establish and scale best practices for workflow product ownership, portfolio management, and responsible AI adoption. Act as a thought leader and role model for modern product management at LPL. Requirements 10+ years of experience in product management, consulting, or technology‑enabled transformation, preferably within financial services or regulated industries. 10+ years leading portfolio‑level product delivery with accountability for outcomes across multiple teams or initiatives. Proven track record delivering large‑scale workflow transformation in Operations, servicing, or back‑office environments. 2+ years of experience leveraging automation and AI‑assisted capabilities to improve operational efficiency or quality. 5+ years of experience as a people leader managing, developing, and mentoring Product Managers and Product Owners. Core Competencies Enterprise product and delivery leadership Systems thinking and outcome‑driven execution Automation‑first, AI‑informed product strategy Executive communication and governance Talent development and organizational impact This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship. Pay Range: $135,960.00 - $226,600.00. Actual base salary varies based on factors such as skill, experience, education, peer comparison, performance, and location. EEO. #J-18808-Ljbffr LPL Financial LLC