Senior Operations Associate

Operations Associate

We are looking for an Operations Associate to join our team and support our organization by managing the day-to-day tasks and administrative needs of our business operations. As an Operations Associate, you will be responsible for completing various administrative tasks and enforcing the organization's policies and standards. Ultimately, you will work with various departments across the organization to ensure all administrative and operational tasks are completed as needed, with a focus on setting up new accounts for investment.

This position is hybrid, based in Dallas, TX, and requires working onsite 23 days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Operations Manager in daily management, coordinating activities and priorities.
• Support the Operations Manager with the enforcement of company policies and standards.
• Perform administrative tasks, including maintaining records, and setting up new investment accounts.
• Manage and maintain broker-dealer custodial account software, such as Schwab Advisor Center, Fidelity Wealthscape, and others.
• Monitor and update CRM system to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
• Maintain schedules of operations and ensure adherence to deadlines, including billing client accounts.
• Cooperate with different departments to facilitate smooth communication and collaboration.

Requirements and Skills:

• Proven work experience as an Operations Associate, Operations Specialist, or similar role.
• Excellent communication and listening skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, broker-dealer custodial account software, and CRM systems.
• Knowledge of investment account setup and management is preferred.
• Relevant education and/or certifications in the Financial Services field is preferred.

Compensation: The base hourly range for this role is $28.85 - $36.05. Base annual salary depends on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location. Base annual salary may also differ significantly due to geography and cost of labor considerations.

About Cetera Financial Group:

Cetera Financial Group ("Cetera") is a leading network of independent retail broker-dealers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions. Cetera is one of the largest independent financial advisor networks in the nation by number of advisors, as well as a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions.

Through its multiple distinct firms, Cetera offers independent and institutions-based advisors the benefits of a large, established broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, while serving advisors and institutions in a way that is customized to their needs and aspirations. Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award-winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker-dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support, and innovative technology.

"Cetera Financial Group" refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Wealth Services LLC (f/k/a Cetera Advisor Networks), Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions, or Cetera Investors. All firms are members FINRA/SIPC.

Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business. Accordingly, all employment decisions at Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and/or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, U.S. military status, political affiliation, or any other class protected by state and/or federal law.