- Process account maintenance requests, new business applications, transfer paperwork, and related operational transactions.
- Review broker-dealer submissions for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and communicate Not-In-Good-Order (NIGO) cases to facilitate timely resolution.
- Accurately process and maintain client data within back-office systems.
- Review and process internal brokerage and advisory transfers.
- Administer money movement, investment, and withdrawal instructions in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Research and resolve operational issues while maintaining service-level commitments.
- Apply root cause analysis techniques to identify and address process inefficiencies.
- Collaborate effectively with internal business partners and external stakeholders.
- Consistently achieve productivity, quality, and service goals.
- Leverage Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to support operational activities.
- Utilize VBA and Excel Macros where applicable to improve efficiency and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Process account maintenance requests, new business applications, transfer paperwork, and related operational transactions.
- Review broker-dealer submissions for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and communicate Not-In-Good-Order (NIGO) cases to facilitate timely resolution.
- Accurately process and maintain client data within back-office systems.
- Review and process internal brokerage and advisory transfers.
- Administer money movement, investment, and withdrawal instructions in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Research and resolve operational issues while maintaining service-level commitments.
- Apply root cause analysis techniques to identify and address process inefficiencies.
- Collaborate effectively with internal business partners and external stakeholders.
- Consistently achieve productivity, quality, and service goals.
- Leverage Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to support operational activities.
- Utilize VBA and Excel Macros where applicable to improve efficiency and reporting.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience.
- 4+ years of experience in financial services or a comparable operations environment.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of Excel Macros and VBA is preferred.
- Ability to identify improvement opportunities and drive process enhancements.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound logical reasoning and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work effectively under strict deadlines.
- Ability to successfully complete a Non-Registered Fingerprint (NRF) background check under FINRA requirements.
- Knowledge of:
- Registration types and brokerage account features
- Managed account attributes and billing processes
- Client onboarding and account maintenance activities
- Securities industry operations and back-office processing for non-retirement accounts
- Understanding of FINRA and SEC rules and regulations is preferred.
- Flexibility to work overtime and adjust schedules as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience within the financial services industry.
- MBA or equivalent business qualification preferred.
- Experience supporting wealth management, brokerage, advisory, or transfer-of-assets operations.
- Knowledge of FINRA and SEC regulations.
- Experience working with operational controls, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
Compliance Requirements
As part of the Wealth Management Operations team, this role is subject to regulatory and supervisory requirements, including:
- Non-Registered Fingerprinting (NRF)
- Personal Trading Account Oversight
- Compliance and regulatory monitoring requirements
Work Timings
This position requires flexibility to work across regular, afternoon, and night shifts in India on either a permanent or rotational basis, depending on business requirements.