Securities Operations Associate - UIT Operations

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a detail‑oriented and service‑focused Securities Operations associate to support UIT Operations through daily trade support functions and operational oversight.

The Unit Investment Trust (UIT) Operations team manages all exception‑based processes related to Unit Investment Trusts. UITs are pooled investment vehicles composed of a fixed portfolio of securities—such as stocks, bonds, or other assets—selected by a sponsor and deposited into the trust. Key characteristics include:

• Fixed, unmanaged portfolios: Once established, the holdings generally remain unchanged for the life of the trust.
• Daily pricing: UITs are priced at the end of each business day based on the market value of the underlying securities, cash positions, and any assets or liabilities held by the trust.
• Defined termination date: Each trust has a scheduled maturity date.

When a UIT reaches maturity or terminates, investors have several options:

Roll over to the next series of the same trust Roll over into a different trust Receive cash proceeds for their units Elect an in‑kind distribution of the underlying securities prior to maturity

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex processes. They must be able to interpret and consolidate information, communicate effectively with internal and external partners, and thrive in a fast‑paced, layered operational environment.

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:

• Trade Processing and/or brokerage transaction experience
• Brokerage operations experience
• Strong research and analyzing skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems, applications, and utilize search tools to find information
• Ability to work independently, proactively, innovatively, and creatively while exercising sound judgment
• Effective organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Microsoft Excel spreadsheets experience importing, exporting, and manipulating data
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
• Beta and DTC application experience
• Strong time management skills

Job Expectations:

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. 
• Ability to work on site in a hybrid role.
• Fully remote work locations are not available for this role.

Work Location: 2801 Market St, F & L Bldg, St Louis, MO 63103

 

Posting End Date: 

24 Mar 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.

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