Securities Operations Associate

Location: Professional Operations Center

We are seeking a detail-oriented Securities Operations Associate to join our capital markets lifecycle support team. This role is designed for a professional looking to build deep expertise in the mechanics of global trade environments. You will be responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of daily securities and cash-related production work while contributing to the overall risk-mitigation goals of the firm.

1. Trade Lifecycle & Operational Support

• Process Management: Participate in essential lifecycle tasks, including client account onboarding, cash payments, funding operations, and custodial services.

• Settlement & Reconciliation: Build expertise in securities settlement services, structured loan operations, and general ledger reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy.

• Production Monitoring: Monitor daily cash and securities workflows to ensure all time-sensitive transactions are processed according to established service level agreements.

2. Issue Resolution & Research

• Technical Research: Review tactical issues and procedures, conducting research and evaluation to resolve low-complexity operational challenges.

• Data Synthesis: Gather and analyze data to support the resolution of business risks and enhance customer satisfaction through improved service quality.

• Escalation Handling: Resolve escalated issues within the scope of security operations, exercising judgment within defined parameters and consulting with management when necessary.

3. Strategy & Process Improvement

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and contribute to the implementation of new or revised procedures.

• Cross-Team Coordination: Collaborate with peers, internal stakeholders, and external customers to achieve operational goals and support broader business strategies.

• Project Support: Perform analysis for strategic initiatives and help coordinate implementation efforts across various operation teams.

• Experience: 6+ months of experience in Securities Operations, or equivalent demonstrated through professional work, specialized training, military experience, or education.

• Capital Markets Knowledge: A foundational understanding of key capital markets products and their progression through the trade lifecycle.

• Risk & Compliance Fluency: Strong awareness of risk concepts, internal controls, and compliance protocols.

• Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (advanced functions/data analysis) and PowerPoint (professional presentation creation).

• Collaborative Mindset: Ability to consult effectively with colleagues and managers to achieve shared objectives.

• Detail Orientation: Rigorous focus on reviewing time-sensitive documents and transaction requests with zero-error tolerance.

• Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to develop an understanding of various functions and policies in a dynamic, high-volume trade environment.

This position offers a strong entry point into the world of investment operations. You will move beyond simple task execution to become an expert in how global markets settle and reconcile, providing a vital foundation for a long-term career in capital markets and financial services.