Entry Level Brokerage / Trading Operations Analysts (Baltimore)
This entry-level Operations Analyst role supports multiple divisions within a global investment bank's brokerage operations, focusing on trade processing, settlement, and client issue resolution. The position involves daily client communication, risk mitigation, and collaboration with trading and sales teams to ensure accurate transaction handling and operational compliance. It offers a unique vantage point across front-to-back business functions, emphasizing problem-solving and relationship management in a fast-paced environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level Trading / Brokerage Operations role is part of the Operations team supporting global investment banking activities. You will work across multiple product areas (e.g., Wealth Management, Trade Processing, Trade Settlement, Asset / Loan Servicing, Equities, Fixed Income, FX and Derivatives) to help ensure accurate transaction processing, strong client service, and operational risk mitigation.
- Daily communication with clients about account activity and status
- Investigate and resolve client issues via coordination with trading desks, sales desks, and middle office groups
- Manage relationships with clients and internal business units to ensure clear expectations and timely resolution
- Respond to client queries related to positions, corporate action bookings, and reporting
- Escalate and collaborate with operational management, sales, and trading desks to reduce operational risk
Skills & Qualifications (Required)
- Strong analytical, organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Proactive, self-motivated, with intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills
- Bachelor’s degree required
Skills & Qualifications (Preferred)
- Ability to identify problems early and determine when escalation is required due to product or market complexity
- Strong problem-solving skills and follow-through to closure
- An appreciation for operational and franchise risk considerations
- Experience or aptitude for building and maintaining internal and external client relationships
Details
- Location: Baltimore, MD (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Estimated salary: $68,047 per year (estimated)
- Industry: Accounting & Finance
- Hiring company: Confidential Client (via Careertakes)
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
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