Operations Specialist - Trade Processing (DTCC)

Brown Brothers Harriman; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Brown Brothers Harriman in Jersey City is seeking a detail‑oriented professional to join our custody operations. You will process, settle and verify orders, manage daily volume and resolve discrepancies to minimize risk.

You will communicate with internal and external clients, contribute to management reporting, and drive process improvements. A BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience is required, with strong PC skills and teamwork attitude.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience required.
• StrongPC skills and ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to identify, elevate and resolve problems and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Process all delivery and receive orders settling with other brokers/banks for custody accounts and meet daily deadlines.
• Verify trade information against client presentations including account numbers and CUSIPs.
• Manage daily trade volume and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Escalate problem items as appropriate and communicate with clients and counterparties to minimize risk.
• Provide superior client service and contribute to management reporting and process improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent

Tools

Sonic system

Job description

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200‑year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career.

Responsibilities

• Process all deliver and receive orders settling with other brokers/banks – for our custody accounts. Adhere to all daily deadlines.
• Verify trade information vs. broker presentation received from the client via the Sonic system. This includes account number, quantity, CUSIP, etc.
• Manage daily volume.
• Review and resolve discrepancies in order information received.
• Escalate problem items as appropriate.
• Communicate professionally and constructively via email, phone, etc. with internal and external clients and counterparties to resolve issues and minimize risk and exposure.
• Provide superior client service.
• Communicate as part of a team.
• Contribute to Management Reporting, providing statistics on work volumes.
• Drive process improvement to gain efficiency and improve productivity.
• Understand how the specific function impacts the firm and contribute to division or firm process improvement activities.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated PC skills.
• Ability to identify, elevate and resolve a problem.
• Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Salary Range

Jersey City: $50,000 - $60,000 salary + annual performance bonus.

We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed, please do go ahead and apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.