Securities Trader

Lincoln Investment; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Investment is a leading independent broker-dealer and registered investment advisor headquartered near Philadelphia. The Securities Trade Desk team provides fast-paced trade execution across equities, fixed income, options, and mutual funds, with attention to margin activity, corporate actions, and regulatory compliance.

We seek candidates with 1–3 years of experience in selling/trading securities, familiarity with Pershing NetX360, and a finance-related degree.

Qualifications

• FINRA Series 7 and 63 or 66 required.
• FINRA Series 24, 4, and 53 a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or finance preferred or equivalent work related experience.

Responsibilities

• Call center environment taking calls from representatives, clients, and both internal and external partners from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern.
• Analyze, identify, and resolve basic problems with clearing firm and representatives relating to client accounts.
• Respond to inquiries from representatives regarding department policies and procedures, trading practices, clearing firm and industry procedures.
• Coach representatives on industry best practices and procedures. Ensure compliance with FINRA, SEC, other regulatory & Lincoln procedures in conversations and other communications with representatives.
• Executes security transactions to achieve the best possible result for client and representatives.
• Review and approve trades.
• Provide accurate and timely review and processing of all trade desk supported activities.
• Review requests for clearing firm and Lincoln good order standards.

Skills

Investment knowledge

Client service

Trading support

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

FINRA Series 7

FINRA Series 63

Bachelor's degree in finance

Tools

Pershing NetX360

Job description

Lincoln Investment is recognized as one of Philadelphia's Top Workplaces for sixteen years, is an independent broker dealer and registered investment advisor that offers brokerage, investment advisory and other financial services. Lincoln has about 1,000 financial professionals nationwide and we serve over 310,000 clients representing over $60 billion in assets. We are a majority family-owned financial services firm that regards our employees as integral players in our continuous growth. Lincoln Investment's success is built upon our dedication to helping people retire well and promoting a work environment that fosters success. Our financial strength and profitability are natural results of "helping people, having fun, and enjoying success." Lincoln Investment offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Home Office is conveniently located in Fort Washington, PA, just outside of Philadelphia.

Basic Function

The Securities Trade Desk is a highly visible, fast paced team responsible for providing trade execution, involving equities, fixed income, options, and mutual fund transactions. Position supports oversight in margin activity, corporate actions, execution quality review, trade reporting, error corrections and other special projects and assignments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Call center environment taking calls from representatives, clients, and both internal and external partners from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern.
• Analyze, identify, and resolve basic problems with clearing firm and representatives relating to client accounts.
• Respond to inquiries from representatives regarding department policies and procedures, trading practices, clearing firm and industry procedures.
• Coach representatives on industry best practices and procedures. Ensure compliance with FINRA, SEC, other regulatory & Lincoln procedures in conversations and other communications with representatives.
• Executes security transactions to achieve the best possible result for client and representatives.
• Review and approve trades.
• Provide accurate and timely review and processing of all trade desk supported activities.
• Review requests for clearing firm and Lincoln good order standards.

Knowledge / Experience

• 1-3 years' experience selling/trading stocks, bonds, mutual funds or variable annuities Helpful: - Experience with Lincoln Investment operations and/or experience with another transfer agent, broker/dealer, or mutual fund company with knowledge of Operations.
• Experience with Pershing's NetX360 a plus
• Experience with Managed Accounts a plus

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of investments, their suitability, and operational features
• Basic knowledge of securities back-office operations, trading securities, maintaining accounts and customer service - Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Working knowledge of office systems used; able to work in a multi-system IT environment.
• Well organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment.
• Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse groups: clients, representatives, internal staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Project management capabilities

Education / Registration

• FINRA Series 7 and 63 or 66 required.
• FINRA Series 24, 4, and 53 a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or finance preferred or equivalent work related experience.

Physical / Other Requirements

May sit at workstation for extended periods of time; may view video display screen for extended periods of time also. Periods of fast pace are normal particularly when working to meet deadlines.

Lincoln Investment is an equal opportunity employer. Lincoln Investment prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Lincoln Investment conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.