Securities Transactions Specialist

Equiniti is a leading international provider of shareholder, pension, remediation, and credit technology. With over 6000 employees, it supports 37 million people in 120 countries.

EQ US is a leading provider of ownership data management, analytics and advisory services to public and private companies as well as corporate issuers and mutual funds. EQ offers a comprehensive product set, including transfer agency services, cap table management, equity compensation services, proxy solicitation and advisory services, private company solutions and bankruptcy claims administration services. Affiliates include, D.F. King and Co., Inc. and Astrella Private Company Solutions, Inc. Learn more at: www.equiniti.com/us

EQ's vision is to be the leading global share registrar, offering complementary services to its client base and our values set the core foundations to our success. We are TRUSTED to deliver on our commitments, COMMERCIAL in building long term value, COLLABORATIVE in our approach and we IMPROVE by continually enhancing our skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ.

*** This is a temporary role and will be a hybrid schedule, with 1-2 days each week required onsite in our Mendota Heights office

JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

The team member will be assigned a portfolio of companies and will be responsible for the day to day processing, balancing and validation of the plan activities for each company in the portfolio. The team member will be required to gain a thorough understanding of all requirements associated with investment plan activities and the interrelated functions of other Shareowner Services departments that are involved in the process. Duties may include transaction processing, resolving complex customer issues that are associated with the investment plan process, ensuring shares and cash are in balance, balancing investment plan bank and trust accounts and verifying accuracy of the transactions processed.

Performs a variety of operational tasks for complex securities or cash related transactions that require extensive knowledge of unit functions and systems. Duties may include: differentiating, processing, and reconciling transactions; researching inquiries; resolving customer complaints; reviewing time sensitive and/or complex documents; creating or revising departmental procedures. Coordinates situations involving multiple departments. May provide department level reporting using multiple sources. May provide training or work direction to junior level staff. Provides back-up to other desks. May have extensive customer contact; works under minimal supervision. Overtime may be required due to peak volumes during certain times of the month.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years in one or a combination of the following: transfer agent experience, financial services, accounting, business processing, analytical, or operations
• Previous reconciling/balancing experience

Skills and Abilities

• Experience in an operational environment
• Prior Transfer Agent or Securities Industry experience
• Ability to multi task and meet deadlines while working in a fast paced, high volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems, applications, and utilize search tools to find information
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, proactively, innovatively, and creatively while exercising sound judgment

Compensation

• $22-23 hourly