Securities Operations Associate - UIT Operations

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Saint Louis, MO, USA
Hybrid
Entry level
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The Role
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

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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it – Wells Fargo once again ranked in the top three – making us the #1 financial services employer – on the 2025 LinkedIn Top Companies list of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.

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