Associate Analyst - Overlay Evolution and Development

Associate Analyst

At LPL Financial, we empower professionals to shape their success while helping clients pursue their financial goals with confidence. What if you could have access to cutting-edge resources, a collaborative environment, and the freedom to make an impact? If you're ready to take the next step, discover what's possible with LPL Financial.

The Associate Analyst is responsible for reviewing and implementing test plans for ongoing projects while acting as additional support for the Overlay Portfolio Management Group. This will include but is not limited to testing functionality of the trading platforms within the UAT and Production environments, collaborating with QA in release management efforts, and documenting / driving to closure any possible defects of the code deployment.

Looking for a confident individual with strong critical thinking skills and a desire to work closely with a team of professionals in a fast-paced environment. We are committed to developing an innovative team working closely together, to design and build technology solutions that fuel the company's long-term vision of operational excellence.

Responsibilities :

• Execute tests on new code deployments while documenting and following up on encountered defects.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on requirements, product design, and potential problems.
• Collaborate closely with OPMG leadership and team members to better understand the product requirements or in case the design requires any kind of modifications.
• Interact with internal / external peers and management of other departments such as Technology, Product and QA.
• Analyze business processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Work with QA to test and validate developed features against requirements and coordinate end-user validation.
• Conduct user acceptance testing and provide support during the software development 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 or equivalent industry experience

2+ years of experience working in the financial or technology industry and / or processing in a high-volume and deadline-driven environment

One Saturday a month availability for code deployments

Core Competencies :

MS-Excel-Proficient

Knowledge of advisory managed accounts

Possess aptitude for prioritizing, multitasking, and thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision.

Great organizational skills and a detail-oriented mindset.

Desire to learn and grow as well as help others learn and grow.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work in a team and as an individual.

Some experience in portfolio management and securities trading operations.

Experience in Quality Assurance and Control, QA / QC Testing, and Operational improvement and control

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Preferences :

Jira

Confluence

BETA

Lucid or Visio

Excel Macros or SQL

Finra Licenses (or willingness to obtain) : Series 7, 63 / 66

Pay Range : $24.52-$40.87 / hour Actual 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!

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, 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.

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.