Ameriprise Financial

Step into an instrumental role. This position will complete the daily operations of new business set up, paperwork and applications, and trading for the practice. The licensed administrative assistant will be expected to protect the company through implementation of processes to create sound trading and auditing practices. The trader will be held accountable to minimizing trade errors, setting up new business according to team protocol, processing paperwork and applications accurately and promptly, as well as meeting and exceeding the set expectations of the trading department. The Trader will report directly to the Operations Director and work closely with the Service Team and advisors.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Manage processes for proper trading execution, account set up, and paperwork creation and completion.
• Assist in daily management of trading – execution, timing, expectations. Execute trades accurately and effectively.
• Responsible for buying and selling securities as directed by advisors or internal departments.
• Communicate trade error reports to the Operations Director.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Support future scalability.
• Customer service - Communicate with clients as needed.
• Monitor client activity.
• Maintain and update databases.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher is required
• 2+ years of experience, preferably in the trading department.
• Series 7 and 66
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by advisor, Ameriprise Financial
• Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance within the advisor’s practice
• Positive attitude and sincere willingness to constantly learn and grow
• Attention to detail, industry knowledge, and quality of work.
• Minimization of trading errors.
• Ability to work and collaborate with both advisors and team members.
• Coachable, trainable, and willing to grow in a career at Sylvan Capital Advisors
• Shows initiative to proactively enhance existing trading and new business processes and systems.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Work hours: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
• Location: Lancaster, PA

Sylvan Capital Advisors values their employees and offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. The following are some of the benefits offered with Sylvan Capital Advisors:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

At Ameriprise Financial, we’re not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals – we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you’re motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.

This position is with an Ameriprise Financial Franchise owner.

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time