AVP, Associate Regional Investment Director

Job Overview

The Associate Regional Investment Director (AVP) partners closely with the Regional Investment Director (VP) to support the performance, growth, and day-to-day execution of a team of Financial Advisors and Sales Assistants within LPL’s Bank & Credit Union Managed Affiliation Model (MAM).

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of program goals and management objectives, with a strong focus on Financial Planning, Managed Money, and Insurance business growth.
• Partner with the Regional Investment Director to drive results across key performance indicators, including AUM growth, productivity, and advisor headcount.
• Provide hands-on coaching and development to Financial Advisors to enhance sales effectiveness, deepen client relationships, and improve adoption of core solutions.
• Reinforce consistent use of financial planning and advisory tools to promote holistic client engagement and strong practice management discipline.
• Assist in managing relationships with bank and credit union partners, ensuring alignment to strategic priorities and supporting execution of growth initiatives.
• Identify opportunities within the advisor population through performance data and field observation; implement targeted actions to improve outcomes.
• Help recruit new Financial Advisors, helping to identify, attract, and onboard high-quality advisors into the program.
• Act as a day-to-day resource for advisors, helping to resolve challenges, remove barriers, and escalate complex issues as appropriate.
• Contribute to a positive team culture that emphasizes accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support change management efforts by helping advisors navigate evolving program initiatives, tools, and expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (concentrations in: Finance, Economics, Marketing or other business related fields)
• 5+ years of experience in the Financial Services sector: Wholesaling, Financial Consultant, Coaching/Development – with at least 2 of these years in a Financial Services leadership role
• 5+ years of experience utilizing MS-Word, MS-PowerPoint, MS-Outlook, MS-Excel
• Must be able to travel within this market on a regular basis in support of program priorities

Preferences

• FINRA Series 9 & 10 or Series 24. Also Series 7, 63 and 65 or 66 and Life & Health Insurance License
• MBA/CFP/CFA/CIMA preferred
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coach advisors to drive adoption, growth, and improved performance
• Strong partnership orientation, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and retail bank partners
• Working knowledge of wealth management concepts, including advisory platforms, financial planning, and insurance solutions
• Effective communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate with a high degree of accountability, organization, and adaptability in a dynamic environment