Trade Operations Associate

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Job Description

Global Fund Services (GFS) Shared Services supports U.S. Bank's registered investment fund clients by providing centralized, scalable operational solutions. Our Trade Operations team sits at the intersection of investment data, technology, and client service, ensuring trade information moves accurately and efficiently in and out of the bank across multiple asset classes.

Due to growing client volume, the team is expanding and looking for individuals who are curious, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working with complex financial data in a collaborative environment.

Position Summary

The Trades Operations Associate supports the end‑to‑end handling of trade data received from clients and transmitted through U.S. Bank systems. This role requires comfort working across multiple asset classes, interpreting and translating trade files, and collaborating closely with internal partners and external clients.

Successful candidates will bring strong analytical skills, clear communication abilities, and a willingness to "roll up their sleeves" in a high‑volume, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Interpret, validate, and process incoming and outgoing trade files across multiple asset classes, including derivatives, options, futures, equities, and fixed income

* Support the movement of trade data into and out of the bank, ensuring accurate and timely transmission to internal systems and downstream partners

* Work with primary trade communication and data transmission methods, including FTP, SWIFT, Pivot, and email

* Assist with file translation and data manipulation, converting trade data into formats ingestible by internal platforms such as Eagle

* Utilize or support ETL and file translation tools, including IWS (within the Eagle platform) or similar technologies

* Partner closely with technology teams, business line partners, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to resolve data issues and support operational workflows

* Participate in client onboarding activities, including collaboration with external clients to explain file requirements, data transmission processes, and operational hand‑offs

* Provide clear communication and "hands‑on support" to clients when navigating data-related questions or challenges

* Support a growing, high‑volume operation by demonstrating flexibility, prioritization skills, and a strong attention to detail

* Contribute to documentation, controls, and continuous improvement initiatives within Trade Operations

What We're Looking For

* Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

* One to two years of direct experience, or three to five years of related experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

* Early‑career to developing experience in trade operations, fund services, financial operations, or data processing

* Comfort working across multiple asset classes and interest in learning complex financial instruments

* Experience or exposure to trade file handling, data feeds, or operational workflows

* Familiarity with FTP, SWIFT, Pivot, ETL tools, or file translation processes preferred

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify exceptions

* Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interacting with external clients

* Ability to collaborate effectively with internal technology teams, business partners, and SMEs

* Adaptability and organization in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

Why This Role Matters

* Direct exposure to registered investment fund operations and institutional‑scale trade processing

* Hands‑on experience with investment data, securities, and operational technology

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