Pros
The industry atleast gives me hope that I can find a job elsewhere.
Cons
I was hired at LPL Financial a month ago, and it’s been a nightmare from day one. I was brought on to single-handedly fill the roles of three employees who were recently laid off, all of whom had more experience and were paid significantly more than I am. The expectation to perform at their level with zero training or support is absurd. The workload is crushing—designed for a team, not one person—and when I dare ask for help, I’m met with shaming and dismissive attitudes from management. The culture here is toxic, fostering resentment rather than collaboration. HR is an absolute joke. I’ve sent emails to everyone from the top down, pleading for assistance with the chaotic management structure, and I’ve received nothing but silence. Not even a canned “we’re looking into it” response. It’s clear they don’t care about employee well-being. I’ve made a few friends here, and we’re all suffering in the same miserable silence, bonded by our shared frustration. To top it all off, LPL’s recent acquisition is a complete disaster. The company is bleeding money, laying off essential workers to cover the mess, while everyone else runs around like headless chickens trying to keep things afloat. Morale is nonexistent, and the leadership seems clueless about how to fix this mess. I regret taking this job and wouldn’t wish this experience on anyone. Avoid LPL Financial at all costs unless you enjoy being overworked, undervalued, and ignored.