2nd worst company - Money Movement Specialist LPL Financial Employee Review

1.0
13 Mar 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Structured company- there are different levels of hierarchical structure, in this role, you know exactly where you are within the organization, promotions are based on formal interviews (mostly, hard politics at this company) Stable pay- can always expect your paycheck on time in your bank account without a question. While I worked there, I did like most everyone on a personal level, but everyone did absolutely lack professionalism

Cons

Lack of professionalism. Bad professional-culture. "the best representative is one that doesn't ask questions" is not something a Vice President should yell across the call room floor. That is so trashy, so low brow, so anti-customer-sentiments. So destructive to a workplace culture that seeks to accomplish tasks rather than have customer hang up on them out of frustration. Career opportunities are a joke. The role you get into is the role youre going to stay in. As other companies, make a joke of "career opportunities" by allowing you the opportunity to talk on the phone, just with a different group/manager.

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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
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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