Investment Support Specialist II - Brokerage Ops

Fifth Third Bank, N.A.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank, National Association in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Licensed Investment Support Specialist II to provide office management support for registered securities representatives. You will handle daily admin duties, client communications, and ensure compliance with trading and documentation standards.

The role requires securities licenses, brokerage experience, and strong communication along with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Qualifications

• SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 (or 65 and 63) licenses required.
• State licenses for Life, Health, Long Term Care, and Variable Annuity certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of brokerage or related financial services experience.
• Strong understanding of the financial industry, compliance, and daily operations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative support to designated registered representatives and clients.
• Provide guidance to banking center partners as requested.
• Process and follow-up operations duties linked to accounts, risk management, marketing support, and order entry.
• Perform account maintenance including opening new accounts, transfers, and address changes.
• Ensure trading transactions are executed timely and documented to standards.
• Maintain contact with clients to inform on market changes and deepen relationships.
• Educate and coach partners on market conditions, products, compliance and duties.
• Support multiple registered representatives or large portfolios.
• Handle various admin functions including executing trades.
• Ensure trading activity complies with regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with Banking Center or Private Bank to identify client opportunities.

Job description

Fifth Third Bank, National Association in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Licensed Investment Support Specialist II to provide office management support for registered securities representatives. You will handle daily admin duties, client communications, and ensure compliance with trading and documentation standards.

The role requires securities licenses, brokerage experience, and strong communication along with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.