Portfolio Administrator/Trader
D.A. Davidson Companies, Great Falls, Montana, United States, 59404
D.A. Davidson Companies is an independent, employee-owned company with a rich history spanning more than 80 years. We are dedicated to conducting our business in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and delivering outstanding service to our clients and each other. We support a friendly, open and supportive culture, and encourage candid communication and productive engagement that make our companies and each of us better. Just as we work to improve our clients’ financial well-being, we also work to strengthen local communities—and giving back is one of our core values. You can learn more about our company culture and impact in our latest annual report.
Summary This individual works alongside other members of the Davidson Investment Advisors team, including Operations, Client Service, Business Development and Portfolio Management, in facilitating fixed income and equity investment strategy trades and professionally managing client portfolios.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or a related field
2+ years of experience in equity and/or fixed income trading within an RIA, broker-dealer, trust company, or other financial services firm
Ability to work independently, think through complex problems, and provide thoughtful, solutions-oriented responses
High proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; advanced Excel capabilities are preferred
Self-starter with excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment effectively
Detail-oriented with an ownership mentality towards the quality of your work
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to contributing to team success
Duties
Execute trades for fixed income and equity portfolios, including:
Build orders for individual accounts and block trading
Analyze current and prospective client portfolios to facilitate strategy implementation and tax loss harvesting
Maintain and update portfolios and portfolio models within our portfolio accounting system; implement and manage client trading restrictions
Facilitate communication of trade order allocation details between custodians and executing brokers; research/resolve discrepancies to ensure timely trade settlement
Perform post-trade compliance checks to ensure accuracy of data and compliance with portfolio rules
Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and optimize workflows; proactively seek ways to improve the team’s processes
Perform any other duties and special projects as necessary
Adhere to all the firm’s Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures, as well as its Team Agreement
Curiosity (open to learning), Accountability (ownership of results), Candor (courageous truth-telling), Awareness, Passion, Appreciation
What we offer Competitive salary plus excellent benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental and Vision
Company 401(k) and ESOP contribution
Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
Paid holidays
Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap)
Discounted personal insurance including home, auto and recreational vehicles
Charitable gift-matching program
Davidson Day of Giving – Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work
At D.A. Davidson, we are committed to fostering a diverse environment that supports the development and inclusivity of all employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Please answer all questions carefully. By submitting this application for employment, I certify that all of the above information is true and complete and I understand that any falsification or omission of information made by me may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in my termination of my employment at any time during the period of my employment, regardless of the amount of time that has passed. California applicants, please see D.A. Davidson’s California Resident Privacy Policy.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Summary This individual works alongside other members of the Davidson Investment Advisors team, including Operations, Client Service, Business Development and Portfolio Management, in facilitating fixed income and equity investment strategy trades and professionally managing client portfolios.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or a related field
2+ years of experience in equity and/or fixed income trading within an RIA, broker-dealer, trust company, or other financial services firm
Ability to work independently, think through complex problems, and provide thoughtful, solutions-oriented responses
High proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; advanced Excel capabilities are preferred
Self-starter with excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment effectively
Detail-oriented with an ownership mentality towards the quality of your work
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to contributing to team success
Duties
Execute trades for fixed income and equity portfolios, including:
Build orders for individual accounts and block trading
Analyze current and prospective client portfolios to facilitate strategy implementation and tax loss harvesting
Maintain and update portfolios and portfolio models within our portfolio accounting system; implement and manage client trading restrictions
Facilitate communication of trade order allocation details between custodians and executing brokers; research/resolve discrepancies to ensure timely trade settlement
Perform post-trade compliance checks to ensure accuracy of data and compliance with portfolio rules
Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and optimize workflows; proactively seek ways to improve the team’s processes
Perform any other duties and special projects as necessary
Adhere to all the firm’s Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures, as well as its Team Agreement
Curiosity (open to learning), Accountability (ownership of results), Candor (courageous truth-telling), Awareness, Passion, Appreciation
What we offer Competitive salary plus excellent benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental and Vision
Company 401(k) and ESOP contribution
Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
Paid holidays
Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap)
Discounted personal insurance including home, auto and recreational vehicles
Charitable gift-matching program
Davidson Day of Giving – Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work
At D.A. Davidson, we are committed to fostering a diverse environment that supports the development and inclusivity of all employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Please answer all questions carefully. By submitting this application for employment, I certify that all of the above information is true and complete and I understand that any falsification or omission of information made by me may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in my termination of my employment at any time during the period of my employment, regardless of the amount of time that has passed. California applicants, please see D.A. Davidson’s California Resident Privacy Policy.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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