Trading Operations Assistant

CFP; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401k and profit sharing

Job summary

TLWM Financial in San Antonio, TX seeks a detail-oriented Trading Operations Assistant to support daily trading and portfolio activity, monitor trades, and maintain records with accuracy and timeliness.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in trading support, Series 7 and Series 63 licenses, a bachelor’s degree preferred, strong Excel and CRM skills, and a collaborative mindset to coordinate with traders, custodians, and advisors.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in trading support or related role.
• Series 7 and Series 63 licenses required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of capital markets and trading processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative and operational support for trading and portfolio activity.
• Monitor trade activity, update records, and assist with reconciliations.
• Assist with time-sensitive trading workflows and trade entry as authorized.
• Provide trading desk coverage during periods of volatility or high volume.
• Coordinate with senior trading staff, the investment team, wealth advisors, and custodians to resolve issues.
• Support inbound/outbound client communications concerning distribution requests.

Skills

Trading support

Capital markets

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Series 7 license

Series 63 license

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

Orion

Job description

Trading Operations Assistant

San Antonio, Texas | Trading & Investment Operations

About TLWM Financial

TLWM Financial is an established San Antonio-based wealth management firm with more than 20 years of experience serving individuals and families in our community. We provide investment management, comprehensive financial planning, and ongoing advisory services to retirees, families, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals. Our approach combines thoughtful advice, attention to detail, and a high standard of personal service.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented Trading Operations Assistant to support the daily activities of our trading and investment operations team. This role is well suited for a candidate who understands capital markets, works accurately under time-sensitive conditions, and enjoys collaborating with traders, advisors, operations personnel, and custodians. The successful candidate will help maintain the accuracy, responsiveness, and efficiency of our trading workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative and operational support for trading and portfolio activity.
• Monitor trade activity, maintain trading-related records and database updates, and assist with reconciliations and exception follow-up.
• Assist with time-sensitive trading workflows and trade entry or execution activities as authorized and in accordance with firm review, approval, and supervisory procedures.
• Provide trading desk coverage during periods of market volatility, elevated trading volume, and planned staff absences.
• Coordinate with senior trading staff, the investment team, wealth advisors, operations personnel, and custodians to resolve trade-related matters.
• Assist with inbound and outbound client communications concerning distribution requests and coordinate requests with the appropriate team members.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information, or unusual activity and elevate issues promptly.
• Support process improvements, reporting, and other investment operations projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in trading support, investment operations, financial services operations, or a closely related role.
• Series 7 and Series 63 securities licenses or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Working knowledge of capital markets, investment products, and trading processes is a plus.
• Demonstrated accuracy, strong analytical skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, communicate clearly, and perform effectively during high-volume or time-sensitive market conditions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with trading or portfolio management systems preferred, especially Orion.
• Experience with CRM software required; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Experience with LPL Financial or Charles Schwab platforms is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset.

Compensation & Benefits

TLWM Financial offers a competitive base salary and the opportunity to earn quarterly performance-based bonuses tied to established objectives. Additional benefits information including health, dental and vision insurance and 401k and profit sharing plan is available during the recruiting process.

Why Join TLWM?

This is an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative wealth management team, gain exposure to trading and investment operations, and develop professionally while supporting a high standard of client service.