About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Securities Operations Associate as part of the Tax Cost team within Wealth and Investment Management Operations. The Tax Cost Team, with this new associate, will be responsible for the review, research and updates of cost basis information, according to IRS Regulations into SEI Trust 3000. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

In this role, you will:

Participate in low complexity lifecycle support tasks and help identify opportunities for process improvements within Securities Operations

Review basic or tactical issues, policies or procedures for which answers can be quickly obtained, related to low risk tasks and deliverables with narrower impact

Receive direction from manager and exercise judgment within defined parameters related to resolving situations on a full process within a Cost Basis environment, while developing understanding of various functions, policies, and procedures

Provide information to, collaborate, and consult with peers, colleagues and managers, including internal and external customers, to resolve issues and achieve goals

Build expertise in operational processes including Customer Service, Issue Resolution, Funding Operations, Custodial Operations, Securities Settlement, Cost Basis Allocation, Corporate Actions, Estate Valuations, and more

Assist in gathering data to support resolution of issues; review and analyze functional operational tasks that require research and evaluation

Resolve varying levels of complex escalated issues within the scope of responsibility in Security Operations

Research low complexity business risks, provide input into policies, enhance customer satisfaction, and review time sensitive documents and transaction requests

Support overall effectiveness of the team according to plans; review daily work as needed

Contribute to implementation of projects, new or revised processes, and procedures that require coordination among operation teams and may perform analysis for initiatives that support business strategies

Required Qualifications:

6+ months of Securities Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following:  work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

6+ months of Trust Operations experience

6+ months of Trust3000 and/or Trust Gateway experience

Ability to navigate multiple computer systems, applications, and utilize search tools to find information

Ability to track and monitor project progress, identify process gaps, and recommend controls and communicate progress to business leaders

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organizational levels, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are important

Ability to work independently, proactively, innovatively, and creatively while exercising sound judgment

Ability to process complex transactions and perform extensive research to resolve complex customer issues 

Ability to manage multiple project and process implementations

Experience importing, exporting, and manipulating data using Microsoft Excel

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

Job Expectations:

Ability to work additional hours and different shifts as needed

Must be able to work at location listed on posting

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Posting Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina

Posting End Date: 

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

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b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.