Trading Operations Analyst

Argent Capital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with discretionary

401(k) match and profit sharing

Generous PTO and holidays

Comprehensive health and wellness

Professional certification & dev.Reimb

Job summary

Argent Capital is seeking a Trading Operations Analyst to join our Operations team in a fast-paced, on-site environment. You will translate Portfolio Manager decisions into client trades, manage model changes, and ensure accurate execution within client-specific constraints.

You’ll work closely with brokers and custodians, handling routine and complex tasks, with opportunities to streamline workflows and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0–2 years of experience in financial services or internships.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and stay calm under pressure.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Comfort working independently and in a small team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; willingness to learn new systems.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily client investment and reallocation requests, including stock gifting, cash raises/investments, and tax‑loss harvesting.
• Implement Portfolio Manager-directed model changes to meet daily deadlines.
• Review portfolio cash levels and conduct quarterly drift reviews.
• Manage the order management system and maintain client, system, security, and market data.
• Maintain client portfolio restrictions and ensure trades reflect instructions.
• Coordinate with brokers and custodians to resolve settlement breaks.
• Collaborate with teammates to improve processes and workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Communication

Independent & team player

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

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Trading Operations Analyst

October 23, 2026

About Argent Capital

Argent Capital was founded in 1998 to build long-term wealth for clients through disciplined investment management and exceptional client service, a focus that continues to shape how the firm operates today.

That long-term mindset extends beyond our investment decisions and into how the firm is structured. Argent is a 20-person, 100 percent employee-owned boutique investment firm focused on active management in U.S. equities, with $4 billion in assets under management. Employee ownership influences how decisions are made, aligning accountability with the responsibility to make thoughtful, long-term decisions in the best interests of our clients and the firm.

The result is a culture that is collaborative, candid, and performance oriented. Ideas are debated openly, relationships are built on trust and directness, and responsibility is shared. The firm operates with a small-team mindset where people are expected to think independently, engage deeply, and take ownership of outcomes, a culture recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as a Best Place to Work.

Overview of Position

The Trading Operations Analyst is Argent’s primary trader and a core member of the Operations team, reporting to the Director of Operations. You will play a critical role in translating Portfolio Manager investment decisions into executed trades across our client portfolios. From implementing investment model changes to navigating customized account restrictions, tax-sensitive transactions, and portfolio transitions, this position combines hands‑on trading, analytical problem-solving, and investment operations in a fast‑paced environment.

Tasks range from routine to complex and call for sound judgment, close attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under daily trade deadlines. You’ll work in a collaborative, on‑site environment, and you’ll be trusted to work independently while contributing to a team that values candor and ownership.

As a member of a small, employee‑owned firm, you’ll have a real voice in how we work, with the opportunity to improve processes and champion new workflow efficiencies. Clear, concise, and accurate communication, both written and verbal, is critical to exceeding client expectations.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus
• Company 401(k) match and profit sharing
• Generous PTO and holidays
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Professional certification & development reimbursement

Primary Goals and Supporting Responsibilities

• Build and execute daily client investment and reallocation requests, including stock gifting, cash raises, cash investments, and tax‑loss harvesting.
• Build and execute Portfolio Manager‑directed model strategy changes, prioritizing work to meet daily trade deadlines.
• Review portfolio cash levels daily and conduct quarterly portfolio drift reviews.
• Administer the order management system daily, maintaining current client, system, security, and market data.
• Maintain customized client portfolio restrictions and restriction groups, ensuring every trade reflects each client’s instructions.
• Work directly with brokers and custodians to reconcile settlement breaks and resolve them promptly.
• Partner with teammates to provide back‑up coverage, contribute to projects, and bring new ideas for improving processes and workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field
• 0–2 years of experience in financial services, or relevant internship experience
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks and remain calm under pressure
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Comfort working independently and as part of a small team
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and an eagerness to learn new systems
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship by Argent, now or in the future