AVP, Transitions Administrative Manager

Job Overview Lead and manage the administrative transition experience for financial advisors and their teams as they join LPL Financial. This role ensures transitions are well‑orchestrated, thoughtful, and seamless for advisors and staff. Responsibilities Coordinate the end‑to‑end administrative transition experience, serving as the primary partner for advisors and internal teams. Act as the connective tissue across stakeholders to ensure consistency, clarity, and quality across transitions. Lead day‑to‑day orchestration of transitions for the Admin Management team, managing timelines, requirements, dependencies, and risks. Build 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 with Business Transitions, Field Management, and cross‑functional partners. 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 delivery. Ensure clean, well‑coordinated handoffs to Business‑as‑Usual Administrative Managers, supporting continuity of service and post‑transition stabilization. Use data, feedback, and 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. Travel 40% of the time. Requirements 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. Core Competencies Exceptional organizational skills. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities. Professionalism with confidentiality, integrity, and ethical conduct. Preferences 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. Salary & Benefits Pay Range: $99,086.00 – $165,109.00 (actual base salary varies based on factors such as skill, experience, education, and geographic location). LPL Total Rewards includes 401(k) matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Employment Discrimination Statement Principals only. EOE. #J-18808-Ljbffr LPL Financial LLC