No work life balance - Compliance Analyst LPL Financial Employee Review

1.0
Apr 26, 2017
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Pros

There used to be a lot but not anymore

Cons

Company used to preach a work life balance and employee engagement, but that has been eliminated. The department is now run like a dictatorship. The micro management is completely overwhelming!!!!! If you don't respond to an email within 30 seconds your phone and internal communication tool will start ringing. The amount of stress thrust on staff due to inadequate personnel is also mind boggling. More recently older staff were 'laid off " while younger staff were relocated to a new corporate office on the East Coast. You are expected to do the job of 3 people and not complain. If you speak up you will be fired. No wonder a majority of staff is actively seeking new employment.

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5.0
May 27, 2026
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Pros

I loved my internship here. It was very immersive and everyone was very kind and supportive. Loved the team I worked with.

Cons

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2.0
May 23, 2026
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Pros

LPL Financial offers a flexible hybrid work model, which is one of the better aspects of the company. Managers are generally not overly strict about specific in-office days, giving employees some flexibility in managing their schedules.

Cons

Work-life balance is a major challenge. Weekend release work is common, often averaging two weekends per month, yet there is no overtime compensation. Employees are essentially expected to work a full workweek plus weekends when needed, which has contributed to high turnover on some teams. The culture can also feel harsh and impersonal. Leadership rarely expresses appreciation or recognition for employee contributions, which negatively impacts morale. Some managers come across as cold or overly task-focused, creating an environment where employees feel valued only for output rather than as people. There also appears to be a lack of trust between employees and leadership. Many teammates do not seem confident that leadership understands or genuinely addresses their concerns. Overall, morale feels low, and recognition for strong performance appears limited.

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