Operations Specialist (Investor Communications)

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers. 

Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. As a global organization, we have offices in Austin, Dallas, Chicago, New York, Portland, Belfast, and Manila.

If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you. 

AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:

• 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards

• 2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company

• 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Operations Specialist (Investor Communications) will work with both internal stakeholders and clients to ensure delivery and accurate representation of regulatory and non-regulatory communications, such as trade confirmations and statements. The Operations Specialist will help to ensure client branding and communications are clear and compliant. They will engage in daily processes and project-oriented work to make Apex Fintech Solutions a best in class solution for investor communications. 

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Core Investor Communications Operations: Assist in the preparation and review of investor documentation, including agreements, disclosures, and compliance-related materials. Ensure Investor Communications requests are processed while adhering to processing deadlines. Perform regular reconciliation to ensure compliance. 

• Client Service: Work with and provide assistance to internal and external stakeholders, such as Apex internal teams, third party vendors, and customers. Be responsible for ensuring that customer inquiries are completed in accordance with service level agreement guidelines. Ensure that inquiries are responded to in a professional and timely manner and escalating issues to management. Aid in the onboarding of new clients and provide supervisory oversight of communications to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. 

• Supervisory Oversight, Compliance, and Risk Management: On a daily basis review and complete supervisory oversight and provide updates to management regarding any issues with client documentation or regulatory compliance. Ensure all investor communications adhere to regulatory and compliance standards. Identify documentation/processing irregularities and outline corrective measures. Identify opportunities for improving documentation processes and workflows. 

Education and/or Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field or equivalent experience 

• 2+ years of prior experience preferably in financial services 

• FINRA SIE and Series 7 preferred (or willingness to obtain them). 

Required/Skills Abilities 

• Familiarity with communication regulations and industry standards that govern regulatory investor communications. 

• Must be detail-oriented and focused on customer satisfaction 

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 

• Experience working with internal and external clients 

• Strong customer service and problem solving skills 

• Ability to multitask and prioritize while maintaining strong attention to detail 

Work Environment

• This job operates in a hybrid, office environment 2 days per week. 

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​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including a market-leading salary with an annual bonus, 28 days of annual leave plus 10 Northern Ireland national holidays, a training and development budget, and a pension matched up to 7%. Our benefits also cover private health insurance for medical, dental, and optical care, and life insurance. We emphasize work-life balance with flexible working hours, parental leave, a modern city center office, and a hybrid work schedule that allows for greater flexibility by partially working from home. Additional perks include monthly catered lunches, unlimited drinks and snacks, hackathon events, poker tournaments, and a charitable matching gift program.

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.