AVP, Product Owner
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 a team that is working to transform and do things differently? If so, LPL Financial is the place for you! LPL Financial (Nasdaq:
LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around.
Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, supporting more than 18,000 financial advisors, 800 institution-based investment programs and 450 independent RIA firms nationwide.
We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor.
At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice.
And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best.
Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.
Job Overview:
The Product Owner works closely with Stakeholders and Customers to develop the product strategy prioritize initiatives and build the backlog.
As the product owner, you are the business SME for your teams and able to clearly articulate the business value your product roadmap will deliver, both to your teams and to partners.
You can work both operational and are involved in day to day activities with your teams, clarifying scope and context and approving stories to close as well as working strategically with stakeholders to create and adjust the vision and roadmap for your data products.
You ensure the backlog is structured in a manner that enable rapid continuous release of small increments of business value and you are able to quickly pivot as needed in a rapidly evolving technology environment.
You are able to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and you are outgoing and quick to build relationships and network with relevant parties inside as well as outside the firm.
Responsibilities:
Tactical focus of refining the What, Why and When priorities for the team Create vision, execution roadmaps, and timeline for the product Create, prioritize, and clarify Epics and Features in the backlog based on product roadmap, and resolved conflicts with priority Primary SME who ensures the backlog is clear, facilitates user story refinement and provides support to the BA and team, and articulates what needs to be accomplished Participates in all team ceremonies Partner with other Product Managers on product discovery for Features/Stories in the backlog Be a conduit between the Scrum Team and the Business to eliminate interruption Meet with Stakeholders to understand and develop the strategic vision for the Product Communicates with stakeholders, end users, business and IT and manages their expectations Business expert that prioritizes and accepts the work developed by team(s) Balance work on current solutions and future opportunities and decide what will/will not remain in the Product Backlog Assist the Scrum Team with creating Acceptance Criteria and defining the teams Definition of Ready and Definition of Done Be available to the Scrum Team to answer questions about the Product by attending Scrum Ceremonies Review User Stories to ensure all defined Acceptance Criteria has been met Showcase the Scrum Teams accomplishments and receive feedback at Demo & Review Represent the Scrum Team at SoS and keep a pulse on the direction of the Program Be an advocate for the Scrum Team and explain their capabilities and limitations to the Business - set the team up for success Translate strategic vision into technical specifications 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:
5-10
years of experience in product management, consulting, program & project management, preferably within a financial services or related Fintech firm 5
years participating, developing, cultivating, and leading strong, high-performing teams in an agile environment 5
years as a Product Owner 5
years direct experience working with Agile/Scrum Core Competencies:
Ability to partner with both technology and business Associates to develop and implement solutions Strong knowledge of project life cycle, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to multitask and work independently Flexibility and organizational change management experience The ability to work in a cross-functional team and drive outcomes without having direct authority Outstanding organizational skills, especially with adapting to change and shifting priorities appropriately Ability to size and scope features and stories, and use quantifiable methods to prioritize work Ability to effectively address cost, performance, and schedule constraints Strong leadership, communication, writing, and relationship skills across varied levels of influence Must be able to comfortably and effectively communicate cross-functionally with multiple technical and non-technical teams Think strategically, and execute tactically - excellent analytical and logic skills Ability to work well in a fast-paced, changing environment Preferences:
Actual working experience and demonstration of competency as a PO within SAFe, including leading PI planning breakout sessions and PI objectives for a product team is a major plus.
Certified Scrum Product Owner and/or Professional Scrum Product Owner Knowledge of streaming, relational databases, API and key AWS Services, including Lambda, Kinesis, S3, Dynamo, GLUE.
Pay Range:
$103,120-$154,680/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 nations 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 its like to work at LPL? Watch this!We take social responsibility seriously.
Learn more hereWant to see info on our benefits? Learn more hereJoin the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning lifes 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 @lplfinancial.
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 applicants bank or credit card.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPLs Human Resources Solutions Center at (800) 877-7210.
Recommended Skills Api Adaptability Agile Methodology Amazon S3 Amazon Web Services Analytical Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around.
Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, supporting more than 18,000 financial advisors, 800 institution-based investment programs and 450 independent RIA firms nationwide.
We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor.
At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice.
And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best.
Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.
Job Overview:
The Product Owner works closely with Stakeholders and Customers to develop the product strategy prioritize initiatives and build the backlog.
As the product owner, you are the business SME for your teams and able to clearly articulate the business value your product roadmap will deliver, both to your teams and to partners.
You can work both operational and are involved in day to day activities with your teams, clarifying scope and context and approving stories to close as well as working strategically with stakeholders to create and adjust the vision and roadmap for your data products.
You ensure the backlog is structured in a manner that enable rapid continuous release of small increments of business value and you are able to quickly pivot as needed in a rapidly evolving technology environment.
You are able to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and you are outgoing and quick to build relationships and network with relevant parties inside as well as outside the firm.
Responsibilities:
Tactical focus of refining the What, Why and When priorities for the team Create vision, execution roadmaps, and timeline for the product Create, prioritize, and clarify Epics and Features in the backlog based on product roadmap, and resolved conflicts with priority Primary SME who ensures the backlog is clear, facilitates user story refinement and provides support to the BA and team, and articulates what needs to be accomplished Participates in all team ceremonies Partner with other Product Managers on product discovery for Features/Stories in the backlog Be a conduit between the Scrum Team and the Business to eliminate interruption Meet with Stakeholders to understand and develop the strategic vision for the Product Communicates with stakeholders, end users, business and IT and manages their expectations Business expert that prioritizes and accepts the work developed by team(s) Balance work on current solutions and future opportunities and decide what will/will not remain in the Product Backlog Assist the Scrum Team with creating Acceptance Criteria and defining the teams Definition of Ready and Definition of Done Be available to the Scrum Team to answer questions about the Product by attending Scrum Ceremonies Review User Stories to ensure all defined Acceptance Criteria has been met Showcase the Scrum Teams accomplishments and receive feedback at Demo & Review Represent the Scrum Team at SoS and keep a pulse on the direction of the Program Be an advocate for the Scrum Team and explain their capabilities and limitations to the Business - set the team up for success Translate strategic vision into technical specifications 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:
5-10
years of experience in product management, consulting, program & project management, preferably within a financial services or related Fintech firm 5
years participating, developing, cultivating, and leading strong, high-performing teams in an agile environment 5
years as a Product Owner 5
years direct experience working with Agile/Scrum Core Competencies:
Ability to partner with both technology and business Associates to develop and implement solutions Strong knowledge of project life cycle, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to multitask and work independently Flexibility and organizational change management experience The ability to work in a cross-functional team and drive outcomes without having direct authority Outstanding organizational skills, especially with adapting to change and shifting priorities appropriately Ability to size and scope features and stories, and use quantifiable methods to prioritize work Ability to effectively address cost, performance, and schedule constraints Strong leadership, communication, writing, and relationship skills across varied levels of influence Must be able to comfortably and effectively communicate cross-functionally with multiple technical and non-technical teams Think strategically, and execute tactically - excellent analytical and logic skills Ability to work well in a fast-paced, changing environment Preferences:
Actual working experience and demonstration of competency as a PO within SAFe, including leading PI planning breakout sessions and PI objectives for a product team is a major plus.
Certified Scrum Product Owner and/or Professional Scrum Product Owner Knowledge of streaming, relational databases, API and key AWS Services, including Lambda, Kinesis, S3, Dynamo, GLUE.
Pay Range:
$103,120-$154,680/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 nations 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 its like to work at LPL? Watch this!We take social responsibility seriously.
Learn more hereWant to see info on our benefits? Learn more hereJoin the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning lifes 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 @lplfinancial.
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 applicants bank or credit card.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPLs Human Resources Solutions Center at (800) 877-7210.
Recommended Skills Api Adaptability Agile Methodology Amazon S3 Amazon Web Services Analytical Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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