Its's a job...definitely not a career - Operations Specialist LPL Financial Employee Review

1.0
9 Dec 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Great health benefits; getting time off is pretty easy; schedule is flexible for before/after work activities; new building amenities are great (guess our low salary pays for a great building)

Cons

Salary is extremely low ($1.50 total increase after working here five+ years); only way to get promoted is by who you know, not what you know; hard work is not recognized; all the jobs are moving to Charlotte (where the cost of living is a lot cheaper) or to India

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5.0
27 May 2026
Recommend
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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

Could have been a bit more to do.

2.0
23 May 2026
Recommend
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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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