Job Purpose: The associate is responsible for assisting senior team members across a variety of operational tasks in support of the fixed income group.  Attention to detail and the ability to handle duties across multiple systems/platforms is a must.  The individual must also be prepared to cross train within other areas to assist when needed. 

• Setup Accounts and Subaccounts within Internal System
• Allocate trades within Internal System and TOMS
• Call on and help reconcile failing transactions
• Assist in general Operations duties within Fixed Income Group
• Maintain an understanding of team expectations and company policies
• Shared responsibility for team phone and e-mail coverage
• Keep management informed on any unusual requests and potential issues
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field or equivalent work experience
• Previous work experience in securities related field preferred
• Series 99, or equivalent (or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment)
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task
• Effective communication skills – oral and written, with an emphasis on customer service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to take direction, work independently and within a team environment
• Adaptable to change in a highly regulated industry
• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer

This onsite entry level role in Birmingham, AL offers compensation typical for entry-level financial services positions in the region.

Relocation will not be provided for this position. 

Hiring Salary Range $50,000 - $52,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity and alignment with market data.)   Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.  This compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.  

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