Securities Operations Analyst I

Fifth Third Bank; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Securities Analyst I - Ops to cover settlements, trade support, and related processing activities under supervision. You will verify settlement data, execute trades when needed, and handle cash movements with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires a solid grasp of investments, strong communication, and customer service skills, along with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of operations experience in securities clearance preferred.
• Basic understanding of investments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Handles securities processing tasks including independently processing transactions of extremely high dollar amounts.
• Verifies trade settlement information at depository and in proprietary system.
• May be required to execute new trades/instructions in various markets.
• Processes cash movement in an accurate and timely fashion in accordance with prescribed deadlines and department procedures.
• Demonstrates accuracy and timeliness in work and evidenced through audits by senior securities analyst and/or department manager.
• Researches and resolves questions and inquiries presented by internal and external parties and communicates resolution in a timely manner.
• Often serves as the first line contact for issues received from administrators, custody reps and investment staff.
• Contacts counter party to follow up on outstanding settlement issues and communicates settlement issues with stakeholders.
• Promotes teamwork and participate in cross training of team members.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Customer service mindset

Problem solving

Teamwork

Investments knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Securities Analyst I - Ops to cover settlements, trade support, and related processing activities under supervision. You will verify settlement data, execute trades when needed, and handle cash movements with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires a solid grasp of investments, strong communication, and customer service skills, along with proficiency in MS Office.