The LPL good and bad. - Insurance Consultant LPL Financial Employee Review

3.0
Oct 2, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

There is an amazing sense of community and feeling like you belong to a unique group with a good short term vision and process. The technology they supply you with is very good and the perks (insurance, 401K) are top notch.

Cons

NO or very little opportunity for advancement. So many management positions are filled from outside the culture and there is not enough remote working opportunities. I worked in insurance and always felt valued but the ceiling was very low. Training was also lagging if you were not already a subject expert.

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Pros

Great Resources and support teams!

Cons

Too much back office turnover at times leaves support team lacking accurate answers

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2.0
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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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