Operations Analyst, Equity Clearing Restricted Securities

TD Securities (USA) LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TD Securities USA is seeking an Ops Analyst I to join the Restricted Securities team, based in Lake Mary, FL. The role ensures compliant trading and settlement of restricted securities transactions and supports cross-border operations with New York, NY.

The position requires a BS/BA or 3+ years of experience, strong Excel/Outlook skills, and the ability to communicate clearly while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree and/or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Broker Dealer Operations with a focus on Equity Transactions.
• SEC Rule 144 Resale Registration requirements.
• Reg Sho Clearance and Settlement processes.
• Proficient in Office 365 suite including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to identify, elevate, and resolve problems/issues.
• Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrates efficient time management skills and critical thinking.
• Demonstrates organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of operations employees to facilitate approvals and settlements of restricted transactions while mitigating risk.
• Cross-train in several areas of the department to have a diverse skill set and comprehensive understanding of business flows.
• Review trading request and resolve settlement issues.
• Develop relationships with applicable members of Operations, Trading, vendors, Internal and External Auditors, Governance & Control, and Technology to ensure partnership and efficient operation and coordination.
• Communicate daily with clients, Transfer Agents and Legal counsels.

Skills

Broker Dealer Ops

Equity Transactions

SEC Rule 144

Reg Sho Clearance

Office 365

Excel

Outlook

Time management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Office 365

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Work Location: Lake Mary, Florida, United States of America Hours: 40 Line of Business: TD Securities Pay Detail: $50,000 - $60,000 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description

Preferred Qualifications

Job Overview

TD Securities USA is looking for an Ops Analyst I to join their Restricted Securities team based in Lake Mary, Florida/New York, NY. This role ensures all requirements are met for the compliant trading and settlement of restricted securities transactions.

Responsibilities Include

• Work with a team of operations employees to facilitate approvals and settlements of restricted transactions while mitigating risk.
• Cross-train in several areas of the department to have a diverse skill set and comprehensive understanding of business flows.
• Review trading request and resolve settlement issues.
• Develop relationships with applicable members of Operations, Trading, vendors, Internal and External Auditors, Governance & Control, and Technology to ensure partnership and efficient operation and coordination.
• Communicate daily with clients, Transfer Agents and Legal counsels

Job Requirements/Qualifications

BS/BA degree and/or 3+ years of relevant work experience.

• Knowledge of any of the following helpful Broker Dealer Operations with a focus on Equity Transactions
• SEC Rule 144 Resale Registration requirements
• Reg Sho Clearance and Settlement processes
• Proficient in Office 365 suite including Excel and Outlook
• Ability to identify, elevate, and resolve problems/issues.
• Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrates efficient time management skills and critical thinking.
• Demonstrates organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Proactive and self-starter who is goal oriented.

Who We Are

TD Securities USA is a diversified financial services firm offering investment banking services, equity and credit research, sales and trading, prime brokerage, global clearing, commission management services and actively managed alternative investment products. TD Securities USA focuses on delivering value‑added capabilities to our clients in order to help them outperform. Founded in 1918, the Company is headquartered in New York and has offices worldwide. At TD Securities USA, inclusion and diversity are catalysts for success and innovation in everything we do. We pride ourselves on our empathetic and collaborative culture, where the power of diversity is harnessed to transform the status quo. Our focus on inclusion expands our thinking in order to generate better outcomes for clients, while striving to increase fairness and equity for our colleagues. TD Securities USA’s vision of creating a more inclusive and equitable future is supported by our core values and is essential to our ability to outperform. Our Values Vision: We consistently deliver differentiated and disruptive insights that help our clients outperform Empathy: We proactively consider and account for the priorities and concerns of our colleagues and clients Sustainability: We endeavor to produce ideas and solutions that are ethically grounded and aim to pass the test of time Tenacious Teamwork: We elevate collaboration to new levels, empowering our ability to provide the best solutions for our clients.

General Job Description

The Operations Analyst/Specialist I TDS provides back up for the Canadian Fixed Income Desk. This individual will handle corporate actions, daily cash reconciliation, tracking file uploads into FIST, and be a DTC clearance specialist. Responsibilities include the clearance of London trading activity passing through US broker/dealers. Activities include advising agent of ticket control numbers for confirmations and by performing required system maintenance. In addition, the position will maintain compliance files and verify new clients are set up on FIST, acknowledging that settlement and other client instructions are complete.

Depth & Scope

• Acts as a specialist owner or representative in the discipline
• Leads / participates in the identification, development and implementation of new products, operating workflow, additional services/applications or operational efficiencies for Global Business Services
• Identifies documents, investigates, and resolves service delivery issues
• Manages relationships with the client, and other areas of TDS / GBS
• Acts as a project manager for small-scale projects/initiatives
• Initiates or participates in projects follows project management methodologies, communicates project status and provides timely escalation of issues to senior management to ensure project objectives are met
• Interfaces with regulators, external groups (legal firms, accountants etc.), suppliers on operating and service delivery issues relative to the specific area of functional expertise as authorized by the manager
• Escalates non-standard or high risk transactions or other activities as appropriate
• Acquires and applies expertise in the discipline, provides guidance, assistance and direction to others in TD Securities
• Identifies recommend and effectively executes standard practices applicable to the discipline
• Analyzes service delivery issues and identifies potential solutions that enhance the customer experience and support TD Securities business objectives
• Protects the interests of the firm identifies and manages risks
• Completes business process reviews as required

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree, or specialized training / equivalent work experience 3-4 years related experience

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we strive to make every interaction, product and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition.

Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact. We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

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Our Values At TD

We’re guided by our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues, and share a set of values that shape our culture and guide our behavior. In exchange for how our colleagues show up to help TD succeed, we are committed to delivering a colleague experience grounded in Impact, Growth and a Culture of Care. No matter where you work across TD, we empower you to make an impact at work and in your community, explore and grow your career and be part of our caring and inclusive culture.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We’re committed to fostering an environment where all colleagues are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, experience equitable opportunities, and feel respected and supported. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and the communities in which we live and serve.

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TD has a long-standing commitment to help drive progress towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. That’s why we launched the TD Ready Commitment in 2018, now a multi-year North American initiative. Under the TD Ready Commitment, we are targeting a total of C$1 billion by 2030 in community giving across four key, interconnected drivers of change: Financial Security, Vibrant Planet, Connected Communities, and Better Health. It’s our goal to help support change, nurture progress, and contribute to making the world a better, more inclusive place for customers, colleagues, and communities.

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