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Investment Operations Specialist – Wealth Management
We are a fast-growing Chicagoland wealth management firm seeking an Investment Operations Specialist to lead our client onboarding process, streamline trade workflows, and maintain portfolio accuracy. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and client-centric.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing the account opening process and ensuring timely account opening and funding.
- Conducting client calls to gather statements, compliance requirements and assistance with account transfers and rollovers.
- Updating client account records within company database
- Communicating effectively with clients in person, in writing, and over the telephone.
- Collaborating with CPA and attorney partners for trust and complex account processes.
- Assisting prospects and clients with online website registration and providing technical support when needed.
- Securities trading across brokerage and advisory platforms
- Communicating, implementing, and ensuring company compliance with policies and regulations
- Managing assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Series 7, 63 and SIE required (or obtained withing 6 months of hire)
- 1-3 years of financial industry experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Resourcefulness and dependability with a strong work ethic
Benefits
- Salary range $60k-75k depending on experience
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401k with match
- Paid time off
This role is ideal for someone confident communicating with high-net-worth clients who value precision, professionalism, and delivering exceptional client experience.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000