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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Institutional Investment Operations Specialist within our Trade Support team as a part of our Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) Operations Division.

This role supports internal and external Fixed Income clients by ensuring timely, accurate, and well‑controlled post‑trade operations. Responsibilities include managing operational risk and overseeing key trade‑lifecycle activities such as trade matching, allocation, confirmation, and affirmation. The ideal candidate will exercise sound judgment within established policies and procedures while driving process improvements in partnership with key stakeholders. A sound understanding of operational controls, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards is essential.

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In this role, you will:

• Support pre‑settlement activities, including trade matching, allocation, confirmation, affirmation, break mitigation, and trade/account reconciliation
• Investigate and resolve trade breaks and discrepancies in a timely manner
• Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Technology, Trade Capture, Sales & Trading) and external counterparties (Investment Managers, Custodians, Brokers, Application Support) to resolve complex issues
• Participate in lifecycle support for institutional trade initiatives and projects
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk
• Exercise independent judgment while consulting with peers and managers to achieve operational goals
• Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal standards
• Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders, providing clear and professional communication

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Institutional Investment Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficient understanding of trade lifecycle processes and pre-settlement activities
• Experience with institutional trade processing systems (e.g. DTCC, CTM, ALERT, Broadridge, or similar platforms)
• Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices related to trade settlement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Sound verbal and written communication skills

 Primary Posting Location:

• 550 S Tryon St, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202

Job Expectations:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule at the posted locations listed.
• Shift flexibility, including availability to work occasional weekends and select holidays for testing and foreign currency markets.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Visa Sponsorship not available for this position.

Corporate & Investment Banking delivers a comprehensive suite of capital markets, banking, and financial products and services. A trusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transactional banking; commercial real estate lending and servicing; investment banking; equity; foreign exchange, rates and fixed income solutions including sales, trading, and research capabilities to corporate, commercial real estate, government, and institutional clients across the globe.

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CRF 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.

Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

Posting End Date: 

14 Jan 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

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