Operations Specialist Sr

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription drug coverage

401(k) with PNC match

Job summary

PNC is seeking an Operations Specialist Sr in the Asset Management Group Trade Support, based in Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH. Primary duties include processing trades, market orders, and review of swift messages with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The role requires collaboration with investment managers and internal partners, with limited phone time and email-centric work. Compensation is disclosed with a base salary and incentive potential.

Qualifications

• Experience with trade support processes and escalations.
• Familiarity with SWIFT messaging and trade documentation.
• Ability to work with internal/external customers to complete transactions.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex trades and high-value transactions following policies.
• Escalate and address transaction exceptions; liaise with partners.
• Ensure documentation is complete and compliant with service levels.
• Provide guidance and training to new hires; participate in process improvements.

Skills

Trade support experience

Attention to detail

Risk awareness

Accountability

Customer solutions

Process improvements

SOP knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's

Tools

SWIFT messages

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Operations Specialist Sr within PNC's Asset Management Group Trade Support organization, you will be based in either Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH.

Job ID: R232131

Job Profile

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Operations Specialist Sr within PNC's Asset Management Group Trade Support organization, you will be based in either Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH.

Operations Specialist Sr daily duties will including processing trades, fulfilling market orders, looking at securities, reading swift messages, looking at financial futures as well as futures variations.

There will be limited phone time, the day’s primarily work will be over email communication. Research is needed from time to time. Will send communications to terminate relationships with Investment Advisors.

Trade Support Experience Is Preferred.

EXPERINCE WORKING WITH INVESTMENT MANAGERS IS IDEAL.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Executes complex transactions/processes of moderate to high risk and financial value utilizing standard policies and procedures. May have specific responsibility for one or multiple specialized products or functional areas.
• Identifies and addresses exceptions. Serves as a point of escalation for complex transactions. Partners internally with service partners to route calls, documents or other action items to complete transactions. Interacts with external customers to complete transactions.
• Ensures the appropriate materials and documentation are available to complete transactions.
• Provides consultation and advice to internal and external customers. Reviews existing processes, recommends improvements and drives implementation. Serves as a subject matter resource for process improvement projects. Trains and onboards new hires.
• Reviews transactions and related documents to verify completeness, accuracy, conformance to established service levels and compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Participates in risk mitigation activities.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Accountability, Customer Solutions, Ensure Compliance, Personal Initiative, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Mitigation Strategies, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Effective Communications, Managing Multiple Priorities, Operational Functions, Problem Solving, Process Management, Products and Services, Standard Operating Procedures

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $41,250.00 – $75,625.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 08/11/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

• PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
• In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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