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Get Access To All JobsWhere Ambition Meets Innovation
Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
As the Business Development Associate (BDA), you will be responsible for driving Financial Advisor lead flow to LPL’s Advisor Recruiting team in order to increase sales. This will be done through prospecting, lead qualification, and effective reporting. Primary prospecting efforts will be phone based (cold-calling) with supplemental efforts using digital means (email campaigns and social media).
Responsibilities:
- Prospect financial advisors to gauge/create interest in meeting with a LPL recruiter
- Use the news cycle, territory makeup and direction of the recruiters/leaders to execute on weekly prospecting campaigns
- Use independent judgement to qualify a lead, determining if the lead should be introduced to the pipeline by presenting to the Internal Regional Director or field Regional Director
- 100 outreaches per day – cold calls (primary), individual emails and social media outreaches (LinkedIn)
- Utilize Salesforce.com to track individual KPIs and understand the impact of lead flow on territory funnel and results
- Develop skillset, knowledge base and industry experience in order to qualify for next level opportunity as an Internal Regional Director.
What are we looking for?
We want high-energy, strong collaborators who can deliver a world class, sales 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
- Sales experience or similar related degree
Core Competencies:
- Highly motivated and resilient by achieving sales targets consistently
- Ability to quickly build rapport, primarily via phone based communication
- Comfortable with some travel, two times per year for training
- Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Salesforce, MS Outlook
- Experience or understanding of broker/dealers, advisory, finance or sales principals
Preferences:
- Must be in office 3 days a week (Tuesday - Thursday)
Pay Range:
57,750.00 - 96,250.00
The pay salary range is inclusive of base salary and potential sales incentive compensation based upon the applicable incentive compensation plan for this position. Base salary is determined on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Incentive compensation is dependent on achievement of goals set forth in the incentive compensation plan. 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, 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.
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.
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 @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 applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
Where Ambition Meets Innovation
Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
As the Business Development Associate (BDA), you will be responsible for driving Financial Advisor lead flow to LPL’s Advisor Recruiting team in order to increase sales. This will be done through prospecting, lead qualification, and effective reporting. Primary prospecting efforts will be phone based (cold-calling) with supplemental efforts using digital means (email campaigns and social media).
Responsibilities:
- Prospect financial advisors to gauge/create interest in meeting with a LPL recruiter
- Use the news cycle, territory makeup and direction of the recruiters/leaders to execute on weekly prospecting campaigns
- Use independent judgement to qualify a lead, determining if the lead should be introduced to the pipeline by presenting to the Internal Regional Director or field Regional Director
- 100 outreaches per day – cold calls (primary), individual emails and social media outreaches (LinkedIn)
- Utilize Salesforce.com to track individual KPIs and understand the impact of lead flow on territory funnel and results
- Develop skillset, knowledge base and industry experience in order to qualify for next level opportunity as an Internal Regional Director.
What are we looking for?
We want high-energy, strong collaborators who can deliver a world class, sales 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
- Sales experience or similar related degree
Core Competencies:
- Highly motivated and resilient by achieving sales targets consistently
- Ability to quickly build rapport, primarily via phone based communication
- Comfortable with some travel, two times per year for training
- Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Salesforce, MS Outlook
- Experience or understanding of broker/dealers, advisory, finance or sales principals
Preferences:
- Must be in office 3 days a week (Tuesday - Thursday)
Pay Range:
57,750.00 - 96,250.00
The pay salary range is inclusive of base salary and potential sales incentive compensation based upon the applicable incentive compensation plan for this position. Base salary is determined on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Incentive compensation is dependent on achievement of goals set forth in the incentive compensation plan. 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, 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.
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.
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 @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 applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Business Development Associate
Document your degree field precisely
PERM requires your degree to match the job's minimum requirements. A business administration or marketing degree supports most Business Development Associate filings, but a degree in an unrelated field can trigger a denial even with years of relevant experience.
Target companies with PERM filing history
Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to find employers who have filed PERM applications for business development roles. Companies with repeated filings already have in-house processes and legal counsel, which shortens your path from offer to petition.
Clarify sponsorship intent before accepting an offer
Ask directly whether the employer will sponsor EB-2 or EB-3 and whether they cover attorney fees. Some companies sponsor only H-1B visa and assume green card sponsorship is a separate conversation, so align on this in writing before you sign.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to identify Business Development Associate roles at employers with active green card sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship track lets you focus your applications on companies already familiar with PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status.
Understand how EB-3 backlog affects your timeline
Most Business Development Associate roles qualify under EB-3. Nationals from India and China face multi-year priority date backlogs, while rest-of-world applicants often wait one to two years. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting an offer to set realistic expectations.
Verify the prevailing wage before PERM is filed
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level. Look up the wage range using OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so your offered salary clears the threshold and doesn't stall the PERM filing later.
Green Card Business Development Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Business Development Associate roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Business Development Associate positions qualify under EB-3, which covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business, marketing, or economics. EB-2 applies when the employer can justify that the role requires an advanced degree or when a candidate pursues a National Interest Waiver. The classification affects your priority date and ultimately how long you wait for a green card.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B grants temporary work authorization for up to six years and is subject to an annual lottery cap. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual cap at the EB-3 petition level, though per-country visa number limits can create backlogs. The PERM process also requires the employer to test the labor market by advertising the role, which adds three to six months before USCIS even sees your I-140 petition.
What does the PERM process actually require for a business development role?
Your employer must file a PERM labor certification with DOL proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. This involves placing specific job advertisements, documenting recruitment results, and submitting an ETA Form 9089. The job requirements listed in the PERM filing must match what you were hired to do, so any discrepancy between your actual duties and the posted description can jeopardize the case.
How do I find employers who will sponsor a green card for business development roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search Business Development Associate positions filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history. Looking for companies that have previously filed PERM applications in sales, strategy, or business operations roles is the most reliable signal that a potential employer understands the process and is willing to invest in it.
Can I change jobs after my employer files my I-140?
Yes, once your I-140 has been approved and you have waited at least 180 days, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change employers or roles as long as the new position is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Business Development Associates moving into adjacent roles like account management or partnerships, USCIS generally accepts this as a qualifying same-or-similar job change.