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CWT Trust Services Officer

Apply at locations: Vancouver, BC - CWB Trust Services

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 5 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: November 9, 2024 (11 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R8304

At CWB, we strive to build value for the people who choose us every day: our people, our clients, and our investors.

• Putting people first and building relationships with intention

• Seeking out and embracing new ideas

• Believing that how we do things is as important as what we do

CWB Trust Services offers a wide variety of trustee and custodial solutions for businesses and institutional investors. We operate with a deep understanding of the markets where we can add value. We have a proven reputation for comprehensive delivery of fiduciary expertise, safety of assets, and dedicated service. Our philosophy is centered on providing clients with client-focused service, notable value, and tailored solutions.

We are looking for change makers, process enthusiasts, future leaders, and performance-focused go-getters who are looking to accelerate their careers. Our team thrives on idea-sharing, collaboration, respect, caring, and camaraderie.

Explore a career with CWB Trust Services where we offer an unmatched employee experience guaranteed to redefine what it means to work for a top employer.

The opportunity

The Associate, Securities Operations will work within the Securities team on a range of functions. This is a unique and highly collaborative role and the successful candidate will be part of a team that oversees the processing of equity and fixed income trades, mutual funds, pooled funds, GICs, corporate actions, and reconciliations. You will work closely with the team to ensure accurate and timely processing, meeting the needs of our clients.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide oversight to CWT’s security master, including security set ups, maintenance, and pricing

• Process, review, and reconcile daily transactions as assigned within the scope of securities operations

• Communicate with the Client Services Team and external contacts responding to transaction requests and inquiries.

• Support your team members in the overall operation of the team, coordinating the flow of work and communication and ensuring an equitable distribution of work.

• Monitor and periodically audit work completed by the team to ensure it’s completed within established timeframes, service level agreements, and operational policies.

• Investigate and resolve errors, including discrepancies identified by Internal Controls or the Client Services Team.

• Maintain and develop procedures documents related to assigned activities.

• Participate in department initiatives and projects related to post-trade securities operations.

Who we’re looking for & what you’ve done

• Forming relationships. You are all about clients and will be the first point of call for client issues.

• An excellent support. You are an outstanding teammate and thrive working in a collaborative environment.

• Technologically proficient. You are adept at learning new software that you will use on a day-to-day basis.

• You are hardworking: Working towards results and supporting your team by offering support and accountability.

• Change Maker: You are curious, gritty, focused, and not afraid to question the status quo.

Core knowledge requirements

• Basic understanding of brokerage or custody operations

• Proficiency with MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

• High school graduation with relevant “can do” experience

• Past experience in the Canadian securities industry at a brokerage firm or custodian is an asset

• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) preferred

• Understanding of investment concepts and operational procedures of an investment firm or custodian.

• Strong understanding of RRSP, RRIF, and TFSA rules is an asset.

• Experience working with GlobalPlus or FIS Unity is an asset.

Why work with us?

The overwhelming majority of our employees say CWB is a Great Place to Work.

We’re different from the big banks in the way we engage our employees - caring, responsive, and armed with an obsession for growing talent. Our reputation is powered by a people-first culture that ensures our employees be and feel heard, promotes inclusivity and diverse viewpoints, and inspires collaboration and innovation.

Find your why at www.CWBcareers.com

Closing Date:

Position closes at 12:01am on the close date identified below: 11/9/2024