Job Description

Responsibilitiesn

Due to the recent growth in our custodial business, Principal is seeking Securities Operations Specialists on our Custody Operations team.

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If considered at the Securities Operations Specialist level, youu2019ll...

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Perform a variety of operational tasks for complex securities or cash related transactions or processes that require extensive knowledge of unit functions and systems including:

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* differentiating, processing and reconciling transactionsn
* researching inquiresn
* resolving customer complaintsn
* reviewing time sensitive and/or complex documentsn
* creating or revising departmental proceduresnn

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If considered at the Sr. Securities Operations Specialist level, youu2019llu2026

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* act as the primary resource for critical production or escalation issuesn
* plan, coordinate, distribute, and monitor daily securities or cash related production workn
* supervise daily production activities and/or staff, while acting as lead processor for the teamu2019s functionsn
* provide management level reporting including service quality, volume tracking, and/or staff performancen
* provide back-up for all department functionsn
* lead and/or participate in production improvement efforts and addresses procedural impactsn
* provide training, coaching, feedback, and work direction to new and existing staffn
* address scheduling issuesn
* lead small to medium sized projects or parts of larger projectsn
* help address compliance and corporate governance issues for the departmentnn

Qualificationsnn
* High School Diploma or equivalentn
* 3+ years of experience in customer service, operations, financial services or business processingn
* Sweep Money Market processing and/or Derivatives experience is requiredn
* Experience with industry tools such as SEI T3000 and DTCC is preferredn
* Strong attention to detail and accuracyn
* Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsn
* Effective organizational, multi-tasking skillsn
* Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgementn
* Ability to comprehend moderate to complex operational processes and their interrelationshipn
* Team player with strong interpersonal skills and adaptabilityn
* Self-starter with ability to follow request through resolutionnn

Additional Informationn

Multiple Openings

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We'll be hiring for multiple openings.

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Location

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These roles will be based in our Minneapolis area location.

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Level

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Willing to consider hiring at a higher level depending on qualifications, experience, and skillset.

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Work Authorization/Sponsorship n

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)

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Investment Code of Ethics n

For Principal Global Investors positions, youu2019ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

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Experience Principal n

While our expertise spans the globe, we're bound by one common purpose: to foster a world where financial security is accessible to all. And our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees u2013 individually and all of us together. Explore our core values, benefits and why weu2019re an exceptional place to grow your career.

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Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer n

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

,datePosted:2021-03-07T05:00:00.000Z