Securities Analyst

Overview

General role within Securities Services covering areas such as settlements, mutual fund settlements, outside trade support, or corporate actions. Responsible for risk-aware processing and ensuring accurate trade support, clearance/settlement/investigations, and confirmations with supervision as defined.

This role will be required to cover a broad area of responsibilities within Securities Services in one of the following areas: settlements, mutual fund settlements, outside trade support or corporate actions. Expected to perform activities inclusive of trade support, clearance/settlement/investigations, and confirmations with direct supervision. Accountable for risk management and adherence to policies to promote a positive customer experience.

• Handle securities processing tasks including independently processing transactions of high dollar value.
• Verify trade settlement information at depository and in proprietary systems.
• May execute new trades/instructions in various markets.
• Process cash movements accurately and timely according to deadlines and department procedures.
• Demonstrate accuracy and timeliness in work as evidenced by audits by senior securities analyst and/or department manager.
• Research and resolve questions from internal and external parties and communicate resolution promptly.
• Serve as first-line contact for issues from administrators, custody representatives and investment staff.
• Contact counter parties to follow up on outstanding settlement issues, report and research fail activity, and communicate settlement issues with administration, vendors, depositories and other parties per customer service guidelines.
• Promote teamwork and participate in cross-training of team members.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

None.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of operations experience in securities clearance preferred.
• Basic understanding of investments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external clients.
• Professional customer service skills focused on delivering exceptional service.
• Strong mathematical and organizational skills.
• Ability to solve problems with intuitive judgment and a systematic approach.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal/relationship skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to recognize and resolve potential issues promptly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and aptitude for learning other business-specific software.

Note: This posting may include a statement about salary ranges, incentives, or benefits as applicable. Equal employment opportunity information may be included as required by law.