Securities Operations Specialist – Military Apprentice

Role Overview

• Participate in low to moderately complex lifecycle support initiatives and identify opportunity for process improvements within Securities Operations
• Review and analyze basic or tactical functional operational tasks or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives; exercise independent judgment related to low-to-medium risk deliverables
• Present recommendations for resolving low to moderately complex situations related to a full process within a trade environment while developing understanding of function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Provide information to, collaborate, and consult with peers, colleagues and managers, including internal and external customers, to resolve issues and achieve goals
• Develop expertise in the following operational processes including client account onboarding, cash payments, customer service, funding operations, custodial operations, securities settlement services, structured loan operations, and general ledger reconciliation
• Resolve low to moderately complex escalated issues within the scope of responsibility in Security Operations
• Research low to moderately complex business risks, provide input into policies, enhance customer satisfaction, and review time sensitive documents and transaction requests
• Exercise independent judgment in understanding trade settlement workflow controls to minimalize the effects of operational breakdowns
• Support overall effectiveness of the team according to plans; monitor daily securities and cash related production work
• Contribute and may lead implementation of projects, new or revised processes, and procedures that require coordination among operation teams and perform analysis for initiatives that support business strategies making decisions on matters with financial impact and risk

Requirements

• 1+ years of Securities Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• Military experience in any branch of service: Army, National Guard, Air Force, Space Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard or Reserves
• Experience supporting Operational Risk, Technology Risk, or Compliance Risk and Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management experience
• Sound analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including importing, exporting, and manipulating data
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to navigate multiple systems and applications and use search tools to validate information
• Collaborative team player with flexibility to work across all organizational levels
• Self‑starter who works independently, proactively, and creatively while using sound judgment
• Experience identifying, recommending, or implementing process improvements

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement