Aviso:
At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca.
The Opportunity:
We’re looking for a Settlements Administrator to join our Operations team.
Reporting to the Supervisor, Settlements; the Settlements Administrator is responsible for duties relating to the transactions of trades that have taken place within the securities industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for the settlement of foreign &/or domestic Equity trades within the CDSX, DTC or CDCC system, including equity option settlements.
There may be a requirement to work on a statutory holiday or weekend.
Who you are:
Service – You put your clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence, and work to deliver client-centric solutions, and proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization
What your day looks like:
Set up and match trades on CDS or Arrow within industry standards
Matching confirmations of trades done with other institutions
Interaction with sales representatives to resolve unmatched or unprocessed trades
Ensure all trades are processed and settled within the required time frame
Balance and correct any outages in the day-to-day processing using the various reports received from the CDS and Dataphile systems
Interact with Brokerage Firms and Custodians to correct or confirm trades done or not matched
Maintaining, updating and tracking the failed trades and reasons for fails
Balance monthly statements from external sources
Follow the policy and procedures manual for the settlements team
Responsible for the tracking and maintaining of files relating to daily settlements and storage of such records
Other duties as assigned and help others when needed
Your experience and skills:
Post-secondary education in a related field is an asset
Minimum 2 years' experience in an office environment, preferably in the securities industry with experience using Dataphile, CDS and DTC
Industry related certifications are not required, however successful completion of the CSC (Canadian Securities Course) or IFIC Operations course is an asset
Ability to work independently to achieve required objectives within company and regulatory requirements
Self-motivated and results driven
Strong administration skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Proven ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Strong customer service orientation
Strong organizational, time management and decision-making skills
Demonstrated success in resource planning, coaching, motivation and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various levels of management and staff
Intermediate Excel and Microsoft Office Knowledge.
Fluency (written and spoken) in English is required and bilingual skills in French are an asset
Work hours may vary due to industry demands or volume - this role works Eastern time zone business hours
Why Aviso?
At Aviso, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.
Here are a few things that set us apart:
Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
Matching contributions to our retirement program
Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
Regular social events to foster teamwork
Your Information
By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your provided personal information for the purposes of assessing your qualifications and suitability for employment with Aviso. Your information will be handled in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial legislation. Your data may be shared with authorized personnel involved in the recruitment process and retained only as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or as required by law.
Further information is available on the Privacy link on our Career Page – Privacy Policies
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
No recruiters or agencies, please.
Company Overview:
Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.
A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.
Salary
This position is posted with an expected salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.
