Securities Operations Associate - PNS

Securities Operations Associate - PNS SAINT LOUIS Operations Full time 29 Jun 2026 R-552729 About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a highly motivated Securities Operations Associate to join the Purchase and Sales team within Trade Support. In this role, you will support the custodial prime brokerage business by managing account coding, monitoring operational reports, and processing client billing entries. This position also offers cross-training in trade comparisons and reconciliation activities, enabling you to provide coverage and support across the team as needed. Learn more about the 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 trade 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 client account onboarding, cash payments, customer service, funding operations, custodial operations, securities settlement services, structured loan operations, and general ledger reconciliation Assist in gathering data to support resolution of issues; review and analyze functional operational tasks that require research and evaluation Resolve low complexity 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; monitor daily securities and cash related production work 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: Strong understanding of our order flows and the overall lifecycle of an order and financial instrument structures Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow documented procedures Analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately Effective written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with standard business applications (e.g., Excel, internal systems) Demonstrated sense of ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities Curiosity and willingness to learn complex processes and regulatory concepts Ability to interpret, consolidate, and document information from multiple sources Structured, analytical approach to problem‑solving, including basic root‑cause analysis Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment Risk conscious with an understanding of downstream and upstream impacts while applying a regulatory lens Job Expectations: Ability to work a hybrid schedule (8:00am-4:30pm), three (3) days in office and two (2) days remote; location: 2801 Market St, F & L Bldg​, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103 This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Posting End Date: 12 Jul 2026 *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. 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