Sr. Technology Project Manager

Fort Mill, SC, United States

Are you a team player? Are you curious to learn? Are you interested in working in meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology? Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that builds products which are transforming the organization? If so, LPL Financial is the place for you!

LPL Financial is one of the nation's leading financial services companies and a publicly traded company under ticker symbol LPLA. We support over 18,000 financial professionals—including over 14,000 independent advisors, more than 700 financial institutions, and over 4,000 institutional clearing and technology subscribers. We enable advisors to focus on their clients by reducing the complexity of running their practice and we support their business by offering enabling technology, comprehensive clearing and compliance services, practice management programs and training, and independent research. At LPL, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients. And Technology is at the center of our mission.

Excited to learn more? If so, then this could be the role for you!

Job Overview:

This role supports the following EPMO service offerings:

Project Epics Management

Quality Management

Reporting

Benefits Management

Governance of processes, standards, etc.

Sr. Technology Project Manager is responsible for providing program management support to project teams and works closely with project or scrum teams.

Responsibilities:

Manage technology team project and maintenance activities from initiation to production support

Work collaboratively with Development teams, QE, Release Management and Infrastructure teams to resolve technical requirements

Communicate and collaborate with business units on project and maintenance efforts

Create, manage and track project documentation including detailed project plans, budget, resource plans, status reports, and risks/issues

Provide regular written and verbal communication to technology lead, program manager, and portfolio lead (where applicable) throughout the lifecycle of the project

Communicate issues & risks and help drive key decisions; help resolve project-related issues

Manage the day-to-day activities of projects and staff to ensure project deliverables are on schedule and within scope & budget

Support SDLC and PDLC processes and manages project documentation

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

4 year college degree, preferably in Project Management or Computer Science

At least 6 years of experience managing highly complex and matrixed IT programs budgets up to $3M

Deep understanding of and ability to manage Project and Software Development Life Cycle(s) using either Agile or Waterfall methodologies

Agile or PMP certification

Comfortable exercising judgment and using analytical skills in ambiguous situations

Outstanding attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture

Clear, effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a changing environment; proactive in seeking out information when necessary

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project or similar tools

Working knowledge of JIRA, Aha!, Confluence or similar tools

Why LPL?

At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.

We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.

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Pay Range:

$110,880-$166,320/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!

Why LPL?

At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.

We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.

Want to hear from our employees on what it’s like to work at LPL? Watch this!

We take social responsibility seriously. Learn more here

Want to see info on our benefits? 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 @lp lfinancial.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 (800) 877-7210.

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