About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Securities Operations Associate within Wealth & Investment Management Operation division. 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
Build expertise in operational processes including Manual Opening, QPP, DVP (Delivery versus Payment) and other specialized account processes.
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 account maintenance work and reports.
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
Supports Brokerage manual account opening and specialized accounts such as DVP, Trust Shadow Account Opening and Maintenance, CIP closure, and Qualified Pension Plans.
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:
Customer service focus with experience handling complex transactions across multiple systems
Experience with opening Brokerage and Bank accounts and maintenance
Ability to educate and connect customer to technology and ability to communicate complete products
Ability to identify potential fraud/risky accounts and take appropriate action to prevent loss
Experience working with others on a team to meet customer needs
Experience fostering and developing strong customer relationships
Ability to build strong relationships with internal partners
Ability to follow policies, procedures, and regulations
Ability to interact with integrity and professionalism with customers and team members
Continued process improvement and product knowledge
Adherence to Wells Fargo risk management culture
Job Expectations:
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Candidate must be based out of posted location
This position offers a hybrid work schedule
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Ability to work additional hours as needed
Posting Location:
CHARLOTTE, NC
Posting End Date:
20 May 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. 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.
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