Securities Operations Specialist
Wells Fargo
Securities Operations Specialist
Job Description
About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Securities Operations Specialists to join the Asset Services Team. Asset Services plays a critical role in supporting corporate action processing, entitlement distribution, income events, and other securities servicing activities that directly impact client accounts and advisor experience. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will challenge traditional ways of working, identify opportunities to reduce risk and manual effort, and embrace emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools, to improve operational efficiency, scalability, and service quality.In this role, you will:Process and support a variety of corporate action and asset servicing eventsAnalyze operational workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the client experienceLeverage AI, automation, and data-driven solutions to streamline processes and eliminate manual tasks where appropriateParticipate in transformation initiatives, automation efforts, and technology implementations across Asset ServicesInvestigate and resolve operational exceptions with a focus on root-cause analysis and sustainable solutionsPartner with business, technology, and vendor teams to deliver process improvementsExecute key risk and control activities while maintaining regulatory complianceSupport department metrics, reporting, audit requests, and procedural documentationCollaborate with onshore and offshore partners to ensure timely and accurate processingContribute innovative ideas that simplify processes, improve scalability, and enhance service deliveryRequired Qualifications:2+ years of Securities Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, educationDesired Qualifications: 2+ years experience in Asset Services, Corporate Actions, Income Processing, or related securities operations functionsDemonstrated aptitude for process improvement, operational excellence, innovation, and transformationExperience utilizing AI tools, automation platforms, or workflow technologies to improve efficiency and productivityAbility to identify inefficiencies and develop creative, technology-enabled solutionsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated curiosity and willingness to adopt new technologies and ways of workingAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively across teamsStrong attention to detail, accountability, and ownership mindsetStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applicationsExperience with tools such as Alteryx, Xceptor, Power BI, Power Automate, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologiesJob Expectations:Ability to work a hybrid in-office scheduleWillingness to work on-site at stated locationThis position is not eligible for Visa sponsorshipPosting Location: Minneapolis, MinnesotaPay Range Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.$31.73 - $48.08Benefits Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.Health benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursementPosting End Date:6 Sep 2026*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value Equal OpportunityWells 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.Applicants with DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.Drug and Alcohol Policy Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Locations
- MN, MINNEAPOLIS
Skills Required
- Asset Servicesintermediate
- Microsoft Excelintermediate
- tools such as Alteryxintermediate
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of Securities Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education (experience, 2 years)
- 2+ years of Securities Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education (experience, 2 years)
- 2+ years experience in Asset Services, Corporate Actions, Income Processing, or related securities operations functions (experience, 2 years)
- Demonstrated aptitude for process improvement, operational excellence, innovation, and transformation (experience)
- Experience utilizing AI tools, automation platforms, or workflow technologies to improve efficiency and productivity (experience)
- Ability to identify inefficiencies and develop creative, technology-enabled solutions (experience)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (experience)
- Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to adopt new technologies and ways of working (experience)
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams (experience)
- Strong attention to detail, accountability, and ownership mindset (experience)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills (experience)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (experience)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications (experience)
- Experience with tools such as Alteryx, Xceptor, Power BI, Power Automate, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies (experience)
- 2+ years experience in Asset Services, Corporate Actions, Income Processing, or related securities operations functions (experience, 2 years)
- Demonstrated aptitude for process improvement, operational excellence, innovation, and transformation (experience)
- Experience utilizing AI tools, automation platforms, or workflow technologies to improve efficiency and productivity (experience)
- Ability to identify inefficiencies and develop creative, technology-enabled solutions (experience)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (experience)
- Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to adopt new technologies and ways of working (experience)
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams (experience)
- Strong attention to detail, accountability, and ownership mindset (experience)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills (experience)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (experience)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications (experience)
- Experience with tools such as Alteryx, Xceptor, Power BI, Power Automate, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies (experience)
- a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo. (experience)
- b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. (experience)
Responsibilities
- Process and support a variety of corporate action and asset servicing events
- Analyze operational workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the client experience
- Leverage AI, automation, and data-driven solutions to streamline processes and eliminate manual tasks where appropriate
- Participate in transformation initiatives, automation efforts, and technology implementations across Asset Services
- Investigate and resolve operational exceptions with a focus on root-cause analysis and sustainable solutions
- Partner with business, technology, and vendor teams to deliver process improvements
- Execute key risk and control activities while maintaining regulatory compliance
- Support department metrics, reporting, audit requests, and procedural documentation
- Collaborate with onshore and offshore partners to ensure timely and accurate processing
- Contribute innovative ideas that simplify processes, improve scalability, and enhance service delivery
- Process and support a variety of corporate action and asset servicing events
- Analyze operational workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the client experience
- Leverage AI, automation, and data-driven solutions to streamline processes and eliminate manual tasks where appropriate
- Participate in transformation initiatives, automation efforts, and technology implementations across Asset Services
- Investigate and resolve operational exceptions with a focus on root-cause analysis and sustainable solutions
- Partner with business, technology, and vendor teams to deliver process improvements
- Execute key risk and control activities while maintaining regulatory compliance
- Support department metrics, reporting, audit requests, and procedural documentation
- Collaborate with onshore and offshore partners to ensure timely and accurate processing
- Contribute innovative ideas that simplify processes, improve scalability, and enhance service delivery
Benefits
- general: Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
- general: Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
- general: Health benefits
- general: 401(k) Plan
- general: Paid time off
- general: Disability benefits
- general: Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
- general: Parental leave
- general: Critical caregiving leave
- general: Discounts and savings
- general: Commuter benefits
- general: Tuition reimbursement
- general: Scholarships for dependent children
- general: Adoption reimbursement
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