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Operations Professional

Cetera Financial Group
West Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2027

Cetera is currently seeking an Operations Professional 1 for our Transitions team located in Des Moines, IA. This is a unique opportunity to join our team in providing operational support and world-class customer service to our clients. There is potential for this to be a hybrid role based on a successful training period.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-level operational, customer service, and administrative support in our Transitions department.
  • Be responsible for daily processing of work associated with the department. This may include journal entries, account processing, payment solutions, etc.
  • Respond to email inquiries from internal and external customers including registered representatives regarding account status, account changes and process.
  • Perform research as requested on customer accounts.
  • Partner with other team members to ensure financial professionals experience consistent, high-quality customer service.
  • Comply with processes and procedures of the team and regulatory requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Positive role model to colleagues
  • Highly responsive to coaching and training
  • Independent; able to work and resolve complex issues with minimal guidance
  • Ability to learn quickly and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player attitude
  • Energetic and results-oriented

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Previous experience in the Finance industry
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Series 99, 6, or 7 licensed
  • Demonstrated experience delivering excellent problem resolution, organizational and follow-up skills
  • Ability to multi-task while staying on track with regulatory deadlines, field inquiries, and internal assignments

Minimum Required Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 years operations experience
  • 1 years of experience with MS Office tools
  • Travel Requirements: No Travel Required

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $49,173 - $74,758

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