Securities Operations Specialist

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

At Associated Bank, we believe success starts with listening-then taking action. Our culture is built on collaboration, a winning spirit, and a relentless focus on people. We celebrate achievements together, support each other's growth, and work with integrity to serve our customers and communities. When you join us, you're not just building a career-you're making an impact.

As a Securities Operations Specialist, you will play a key role in safeguarding client assets and ensuring accurate fund valuation and transaction processing. This role supports the fiduciary business through critical operational functions, compliance with regulations, and direct impact on client trust and satisfaction. You'll gain valuable cross-training and growth opportunities in financial services operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Calculate and validate daily Net Asset Values for Collective and Unitized funds, ensuring accurate reporting and timely execution.
• Monitor and process corporate actions, including reorganizations, tender offers, and calls, while ensuring timely communication and compliance.
• Submit and reconcile corporate action instructions, verify proceeds, and ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Process and monitor domestic and international wires, verifying accuracy and obtaining currency conversions when needed.
• Reconcile and update held-away account transactions to maintain compliance and portfolio accuracy.
• Research and process class action filings and settlements on behalf of client accounts.
• Provide mutual fund operational support, including monitoring purchases, sales, and maintenance changes.
• Cross-train across key operational functions to provide team coverage and ensure business continuity.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years trust, investments, finance, or accounting experience
• 2+ years financial services operations experience in trust, brokerage, or investment services

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank's anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

$17.00 - $27.52 per hour