Operations Analyst Trainee

HilltopSecurities is looking to hire an Operations Analyst Trainee. The Operations Analyst Trainee will begin their career learning from and working with Operation professionals in learning the financial services industry by developing operational knowledge of the back office. In addition to learning the Operations side of the business, the Trainee will be sponsored to obtain their SIE and Series 7 licenses and be part of a rotational program to learn other areas of the business.

• Under minimal supervision, performs complex functions according to department and industry guidelines.
• Responsible for non-routine activities/transactions by drawing on multiple information sources and understanding multiple effects of a transaction. 
• Must successfully obtain SIE and Series 7 within 6 months of employment
• Review and analyze work to drive to prompt resolution.
• Escalates items of risk to supervisors.
• Cross functional understanding and coverage as needed of all Operations aspects.
• Follows tight timelines and adheres to required reporting, audit, and retention guidelines.
• Participates as a team member in the creation and onboarding of broker dealer operational processes.
• Assist with special projects assigned by manager.

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, business, finance required
• Basic knowledge of and a keen interest in financial services
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and quantitative skills
• A great multi-tasker, possess a strong work ethic, and has a positive attitude
• A quick learner, both a leader and team player, and a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills 
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational priorities
• Detail oriented with the ability to prioritize workload to meet daily deadlines
• Ability to work accurately while exercising judgment, logic, integrity and initiative.
• Customer focused

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.