LPL Financial

Estate Planning Consultant

LPL Financial$83K — $139K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in estate planning
  • Core understanding of revocable trusts and relevant sub trusts
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to communicate effectively with affluent clients and advisors

Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze estate documents, including trusts and wills
  • Collaborate with estate planning attorneys to propose strategies
  • Manage the progress of current estate planning cases
  • Communicate proactively with advisors and attorneys to facilitate case movement
  • Create detailed flowcharts to visualize estate planning strategies

Benefits

  • 401K matching
  • Health benefits
  • Employee stock options
  • Paid time off and volunteer time off
  • Comprehensive support designed for work-life balance
Full Job Description

Do you enjoy providing consultative support to advisors serving high-net-worth individuals? Are you interested in being part of a team that is actively working to help advisors grow their businesses? Excited to learn more? If so, then this could be the role for you!   

Job Overview:

High-Net-Worth Services is a part of the LPL’s Wealth Management organization, a growing professional services company within LPL Financial that helps advisors and institutions execute on their biggest opportunities. Our human-led, tech-enabled services help our customers deliver great financial advice and run thriving businesses. Over 500 employees strong, we come to work each day dedicated to making an impact in lives of advisors, institutional partners, and investors. 

In support of affiliated advisors and their high-net-worth clients, the Estate Planning Consultant will be a dedicated resource and member of the LPL High-Net-Worth Services Team. Acting in a specialist capacity, the role will involve collaborating with the team’s estate planning attorneys by providing reviews of existing client estate documents/structures and summarizing potential solutions for client consideration. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and initiative at LPL Financial and to collaborate with and learn from attorneys experienced in advanced estate planning. 

Responsibilities:
  • Estate Planning Reviews – Review trusts (revocable and irrevocable), wills, and ancillary documents and break out the information into our deliverable. Flowchart the existing documents to show what happens at the death of each beneficiary. 

  • Proposed Estate Planning Strategies – Work with estate planning attorneys to include potential strategies for asset protection, income tax, or estate tax concerns and incorporate their observations. Create a new master flowchart depicting what the overall proposed strategies would look like. 

  • Case Management - Update the status of current cases and ensure all cases are being managed efficiently. 

  • Communication – Communicate with affiliated advisors and attorneys to ensure their questions are answered and the cases are moving along. 

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements:
  • 3+ years’ experience in estate planning.

Core Competencies:
  • Exceptional attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy in reviewing trust structures, coordinating documentation, and managing follow‑through across complex workflows.

  • Core understanding of revocable trusts and sub trusts created within them. 

  • Highly collaborative with experience in servicing the needs of affluent and institutional clients.

  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent communication skills, creative problem-solving, and effective decision making.

  • Ability to multi-task and follow up.

  • Polished presentation skills and ability to interact with sophisticated clients and advisors.  

Preferences:
  • Certified Paralegal or a Bachelor’s degree.

  • Familiarity with Brentmark, Number Cruncher, or other software used for estate tax strategies.


Pay Range:

$83,739.00 - $139,565.00
 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!

About LPL Financial

LPL Financial is the largest organization of independent financial advisors in the United States. LPL Financial was formed in 1989 through the merger of two brokerage firms: Linsco (established in 1968) and Private Ledger (established in 1973); and has since expanded its number of independent financial advisors from a few hundred to more than 13,300 in 2012. LPL Financial has main office locations in Boston, Charlotte, and San Diego. Approximately 2,900 employees support financial advisors; financial institutions; and technology, custody, and clearing service subscribers with enabling technology, comprehensive clearing and compliance services, practice management programs and training, and independent research. LPL Financial advisors help clients meet investment goals with a number of financial services, including equities, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and fee-based programs. Unlike many other brokerage firms, LPL Financial does not develop its own investment products, enabling the firm’s investment professionals to offer financial advice free from broker/dealer-inspired conflicts of interest.

LPL Financial Careers

Join the dynamic team at LPL Financial, a leader in the financial services industry, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and professional growth. At LPL Financial, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At LPL Financial, you’ll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our clients and the financial industry. As part of our team, you will: - Utilize your skills to drive innovation and operational excellence. - Collaborate with seasoned professionals in a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. - Lead projects that transform our services and client experiences at the intersection of technology and financial consultancy.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

LPL Financial is not just a company; it's a community where you can build a career. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing guidance and support that enhances your professional journey: - Participate in diversity training programs that prepare you for leadership roles within and beyond the company. - Engage in networking opportunities that connect you with industry leaders and peers. - Benefit from a robust suite of benefits designed to support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Innovative Growth and Development

We believe in nurturing the growth of our employees through: - Comprehensive professional development programs that include certifications, seminars, and workshops. - Leadership tracks that encourage innovation and strategic thinking. - Internship programs that offer real-world experience and a pathway to full-time employment.

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Whether you’re just starting your career or looking for a new challenge, LPL Financial offers a range of positions from entry-level to executive. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about the financial services industry and dedicated to client success. - Search open positions that match your skills and interests. - Prepare your resume and refine your interview techniques with our career resources. - Discover the rewards of a career at LPL Financial, where your ambitions are met with endless opportunities.

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Learn more about LPL Financial
Size
6,059 employees
Market Cap
$16.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$472.6 million
Founded
2006
5 Year Trend
+13.8%
Revenue
$5.8 billion
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