Client Service Associate - Lakeland,FL

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.

The primary role of the Client Service Associate (CSA) is to provide administrative support to an advisor or team of advisors, including any and all daily, monthly, and annual tasks. The CSA helps the advisor maintain his or her practice and deliver positive results for the advisor's clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent customer services skills (both verbal and written), and a proven ability to adapt to a changing work environment.

This is an on-site employment opportunity in Lakeland, FL that would allow you to support Financial Advisors associated with LPL Financial. You will join a team that is dedicated to helping clients in every stage of their financial life. This exciting position will allow you to grow your career and by helping people and families that look to our Financial Advisors for financial solutions.

(Candidate is expected to be in the office 5 days a week - NOT REMOTE)

• Inbound client calls, schedule appointments, and prepare materials for client meetings
• Keep client management systems up to date with client information
• Assist with various documentation requirements for new business
• Manage account activities that are operational in nature –new accounts, cash management, transfers, and account maintenance (e.g., periodic distributions, debits)
• Conduct proactive outreach to clients and advisors on time sensitive activities (e.g., RMDs)
• Assume ownership of inquiries and requests; communicate with internal departments to ensure clients' expectations for timely service delivery are met
• Educate clients on account services, capabilities, and new technology – eSignature, paperless statements, Account View (client portal), etc.
• Partners with Financial Advisor to strategize on opportunities to meet the needs of clients
• May assist in executing trades for clients as needed to support the Financial Advisor

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.

• 2+ years of financial industry experience, preferably within wealth management
• 2+ years of client service experience in a professional setting
• 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM systems
• Completion of LPL Office Essentials (or equivalent training) within 90 days of hire

• Financial service industry experience
• Bachelor's degree; preferably in Business, Accounting or Finance
• Experience working with Financial Advisors, Branch and Home Office support teams
• 2-7 years brokerage/financial services industry knowledge
• Series 7 and/or Series 66 license
• Strong analytical skills and ability to research information
• Demonstrates drive, initiative, and motivation
• Ability to utilize internal resources, training & self-service options available such as iKnow, Resource Center, LPLU, etc.
• Strong customer focus, excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to explain complex information clearly and simply
• Proven ability to independently and efficiently manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment
• Organized with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build and foster relationships with clients, coworkers, and internal/external partners

Pay Range: $25.43-$42.35/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…