Securities Operations Associate-US trade settlements

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Securities Operations Associate to support critical securities operations activities that help ensure the accurate and timely processing of transactions. In this role, you will contribute to operational excellence, risk management, and a seamless client experience while working with business partners across the organization

In this role, you will:

• Perform routine securities operations activities and support the timely and accurate processing of transactions.
• Follow established procedures, policies, and controls to complete operational tasks and address routine issues.
• Receive guidance from managers and experienced team members while developing knowledge of securities operations processes and the trade lifecycle.
• Collaborate with peers, business partners, and customers to share information, resolve routine inquiries, and support team objectives.
• Learn and build foundational knowledge of operational functions, including client account onboarding, cash payments, funding operations, custodial services, securities settlement, customer service, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Gather and review information to support issue resolution and day-to-day operational activities.
• Escalate issues, risks, or exceptions as appropriate and assist in resolving low-complexity operational concerns.
• Review time-sensitive documents and transaction requests for completeness and accuracy in accordance with established requirements.
• Support daily securities and cash-related production activities to help meet service, quality, and control standards.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, projects, and implementation activities that support operational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ months of Securities Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in Securities Operations, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, education

• Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and controls while meeting quality and service standards
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately.

Posting End Date:

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

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