What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Paralegal - Contract Specialist position at LPL Financial?
Job Overview:
LPL Financial seeks an experienced Senior Paralegal to join its Advice, Brokerage and Commercial team within the Legal Department. The paralegal will work with an experienced team of lawyers to drive efficient contract negotiation and execution and support our efforts to constantly evolve our practice.
Responsibilities:
We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
$36.15-$60.25/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!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.
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.
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?
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.
EAC1.22.25
LPL Financial seeks an experienced Senior Paralegal to join its Advice, Brokerage and Commercial team within the Legal Department. The paralegal will work with an experienced team of lawyers to drive efficient contract negotiation and execution and support our efforts to constantly evolve our practice.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting attorneys in the drafting, processing, closing and reporting of a high volume and a wide variety of commercial contracts, with a particular focus on agreements that LPL has with its product and sponsors.
- Drive tracking of contacts through the contract’s lifecycle and reporting on metrics that matter to our organization.
- Ensuring that all contracting processes are adhered to and the firm’s contracting standards are maintained.
- Supporting the Product and Sponsorship Legal team’s effort to consistently review and improve policies and process to make what we do efficient and repeatable.
- Review certain agreements like NDAs to ensure adherence to standards.
- Research relating to securities, insurance and advisory business and regulations.
We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
- 3 years paralegal experience supporting financial services or transactional practices at a law firm or in-house legal department.
- Understanding of commercial law. Experience drafting and negotiating agreements is optimal, but not required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Self-motivated and proactive with a strong drive for results and continuous improvement
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proficiency in Smartsheet, iManage and Microsoft Office Suite and aptitude to quickly learn new systems
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
$36.15-$60.25/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!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.
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.
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!
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.
EAC1.22.25
Salary : $36 - $60
