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Compliance Program Lead

LPL Financial
LPL Financial Salary
Fort Mill, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
Where Ambition Meets Innovation

Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.

Job Overview:

In this role you will support the Program Compliance department in a variety of ways including managing “business as usual” (BAU) operating routines including assisting in strategy formulation, researching and resolving department-level issues, conducting root cause analysis through data and investigation, and owning program/project management responsibilities for key initiatives. This role requires close collaboration with key cross functional partners across the firm.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Execute effectively within a framework designed to ensure an industry-leading Compliance program that adheres to all regulatory requirements and firm policy,
  • Use data to support root cause analysis
  • Develop and implement project management methodologies, processes, and best practices to optimize project delivery while providing direction and guidance to the team and stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Compile effective dashboards to communicate and illustrate risks, overall utilization, and other key performance indicators for consumption by senior leadership and other stakeholders.
  • Maintain subject matter expertise through on-going education and training activities.
  • Plan and own end to end execution of key initiatives as assigned


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 in Finance, Business Administration or equivalent work experience
  • 5 years of experience in Financial Services compliance


Core Competencies:

  • Self-motivated, high energy and high-capacity mindsets are critical
  • Creative, data-driven problem-solving skills
  • Analytical and strategic skills; ability to communicate data concisely
  • Strong proficiency in MS PowerPoint (and all other MS Office products)
  • Must be able to work both autonomously and in highly collaborative ways
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Teamwork orientation and a learn & grow attitude


Preferences:

  • FINRA series 7 and 24
  • Knowledge of Archer and other compliance tools a plus
  • Strong technical skills across various business applications including Excel, SmartSheets, Powerpoint and others.


Pay Range:

$77,791-$129,651/year

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!

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.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

  • Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!
  • Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!
  • Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!
  • Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!
  • Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!
  • Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!
  • Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. Learn more here!


Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

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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