VP, M&A Transformation & Testing Product Lead

Are you energized by solving complex problems, connecting cross-functional teams, and driving meaningful change? Join the M&A / Large Deal Transformation team and become the vital link that ensures seamless collaboration, issue resolution, and operational excellence across high-impact initiatives. In this role, you'll help shape the future of integrated solutions by putting clients first and enabling scalable, sustainable success.

Job Overview:

This role is part of the M&A / Large Deal Transformation team that leads the execution of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships within the Product and Technology organization. This role will be crucial in the overall execution of the integrations built for M&A and Large Deals with an emphasis on testing strategy for our products and the external testing strategy with our partners as part of the deal / partnership lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with product and technology teams to drive the delivery of large-scale M&A deals and strategic partnerships
• Define the end-to-end testing strategy across our suite of products including advisor/investor facing applications and our data platforms
• Collaborate with institutional partners to align on integration requirements, testing protocols, and success criteria
• Work with business teams to define business requirements and translate into product/technical requirements
• Prioritize and manage the testing backlog, ensuring alignment with product and business goals
• Gathering information from product and technology teams to help document procedures, build playbooks, and standardize integration processes
• Monitor post-integration performance and identify optimization opportunities
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with all stakeholders
• Support or lead capability-building initiatives related to integration readiness
• Please note: Additional responsibilities or duties may be assigned to you as needed or determined.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a proactive, relationship-driven problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environment. You're someone who can connect the dots, build trust, and keep the big picture in focus while managing the details. You're passionate about delivering exceptional experiences and making complex things simple.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in a support, operations, product, technology, consulting or equivalent role within dynamic, cross-functional environments.

Preferences:

• Experience working in or with a Broker-Dealer or wealth management firm in any capacity (e.g., operations, product, technology, or client services).
• Hands-on experience with test processes, test methodologies, test strategy, test plan and test case design & execution.
• Hands on experience with Web services Testing and automation development
• Experience with SQL and ability to understand/write complex SQL queries
• Familiarity with integration tools, project management platforms
• Knowledge of automation tools like Appium, Xcode, Selenium, BDD and Cucumber
• Experience with API and UI testing and creating automation test suits
• Experience in external tech partnerships / tech stack integrations

Core Competencies:

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a wide-variety of audiences (both internal and external)
• Proven track record of managing large scale technology integrations
• Deep understanding of the wealth management industry
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to engage with internal and external partners at all levels.

Pay Range:
$141,675-$236,125/year
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!

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

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 .

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