Trade Operations Specialist (Entry Level)

Trade Operations Specialist – Entry Level

Salt Lake City, Utah – (Must reside in Utah)

$47 to $56k/yr.

We are currently seeking an Entry Level Trade Operations Specialist for a leading global financial services firm. As a Trade Operations Specialist on the Transfer Settlement team, you'll be at the heart of Operations, managing the settlement of various asset types and supporting critical activities like electronic and physical asset transfers, client trades, and portfolio restructurings. This is a role where creativity, adaptability, and a drive for excellence will help you thrive. As part of our team, you'll build strong relationships, develop hands-on skills, and contribute to innovative solutions that make a real impact for our business and clients.

Trade Operations Specialist Responsibilities

• Gain a deep understanding of the trade lifecycle by collaborating with business units, middle office, legal, compliance, and external parties to achieve shared objectives.

• Work alongside expert teams to manage assets and transfers end-to-end, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for clients.

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail by accurately capturing all transaction details.

• Apply your curiosity and problem-solving skills to identify and address control gaps in the transfer process.

• Drive improvements by proposing process enhancements that effectively reduce risk.

• Harness your creativity to continuously optimize and innovate existing workflows.

• Protect the firm and its clients by ensuring precision and accuracy in every execution.

• Uphold the firm's commitment to excellence in the quality of work, client interactions, and services provided.

What you’ll bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree

• Experience building strong relationships and clearly communicating complex concepts to diverse internal partners with varying levels of product knowledge.

• Strong problem-solving skills, combined with a meticulous attention to detail and a proactive control mindset.

• Self-driven and accountable team player with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Adaptable and resilient under pressure, thriving in a collaborative team environment.

• Deep commitment to upholding the firm’s culture of excellence and delivering high-quality results.

What is in it for you:

• Gain experience with a prestigious firm

• Competitive compensation package with opportunities for an increase based on performance

• Monday to Friday day schedules

• Medical benefits

• PTO

PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.