Associate Analyst, Equity Trading - Fort Mill, SC

Job Overview: · The Associate Analyst, Equity Trading plays a key role in the Middle Office operations supporting the Equity Trading desk. The role is responsible for processing and reconciling equity and option trade corrections, performing control checks, and ensuring data accu ...

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Job Overview:

The Associate Analyst, Equity Trading plays a key role in the Middle Office operations supporting the Equity Trading desk. The role is responsible for processing and reconciling equity and option trade corrections, performing control checks, and ensuring data accuracy across trading systems. This position helps uphold strong operational controls and contributes to the smooth functioning of daily trading operations.

Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of equity trade corrections and operational requests received through the Equity Trading mailbox and MS Dynamics, ensuring timely and accurate completion

• Perform daily reconciliation of equity corrections using BETA and Excel/VBA-based tools

• Track volume metrics and maintain departmental controls, documentation, and procedures

• Identify and improve operational processes to strengthen accuracy, reduce friction, and increase efficiency across the Middle Office

• Address advisor trade‑correction inquiries and operational requests from internal departments with accurate and timely support

• Train team members on core Middle Office processes and support cross-functional operational workflows

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:

• Analytical and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to identify patterns, spot anomalies, and proactively surface potential risks or issues

• Comfortable managing time‑sensitive, detail‑heavy operational workflows with a high degree of accuracy and consistency

• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, support high‑volume periods, and maintain composure under operational pressure

• Communication and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate across trading, operations, and cross‑functional teams

• Experience with MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel; experience with VBA macros, BETA, and workflow tools such as MS Dynamics is preferred

Preferences:

• BA/BS degree in Business, Finance, or Economics (or equivalent work experience)

• Refinitiv/BETA experience

• FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) and/or other licenses

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Pay Range:

$20.84-$34.73/hour

 

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

 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace(6) , LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

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Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here

• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here

• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here

• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here

• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here

• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here

• Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. 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  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

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