A good job for awhile - Anonymous employee LPL Financial Employee Review

3.0
Jan 9, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

As a contractor they will pay you well. The people are nice and knowledgeable and very willing to help you find your way.

Cons

Very little chance to be hired as a full time employee. Onboarding process is nonexistent. Managers will quickly overload you with work, but very little likelihood to want to pay overtime, but expect that 60 hours of work gets done in 40 hours.

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5.0
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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
May 23, 2026
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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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