Trade Operations Senior Support Specialist
TD Bank Group, Vienna, Virginia, United States, 22184
Work Location:
Vienna, Virginia, United States of America
Hours: 40
Pay Details: $91,000 - $136,240 USD
TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.
As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.
Line of Business: TD Wealth Job Description:
The Trade Operations Senior Support Specialist is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the trading desk, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, risk management practices, and timely execution of trading activities. This leadership role serves as a key point of escalation and governance, maintaining rigorous standards of compliance and operational excellence.
Depth & Scope: Provides oversight of trading rules and system configurations in the Pershing Platform to ensure accurate and compliant trade processing Manages and oversees regulatory reporting requirements, including but not limited to CAT, CAIS, TRACE, and other mandated reporting obligations. Ensures adequate staffing levels and resource allocation to handle live trading orders efficiently and meet service level standards Supervises and participates in the review and release of flagged live orders, acting as a dual control for higher-risk transactions to mitigate operational and market risk Reviews and grants approvals for trade exceptions and non-standard transactions Maintains oversight of key risk metrics and escalate issues as necessary to senior management Leads the development, maintenance, and enhancement of policies, procedures, and desk-level controls to comply with regulatory and firm requirements Acts as the regulatory change management lead, assessing and implementing required changes to processes, systems, and reporting in response to new or amended regulations Partners with Compliance, Risk, Technology, and other business units to ensure trading activities align with internal standards and external regulatory expectations Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to trading support staff to promote a culture of risk awareness and operational excellence Assists in identifying, investigating and resolving trade errors by coordinating with advisors and support teams, helping to minimize financial exposure and prevent reoccurrence Education & Experience:
An undergraduate degree in a relevant field is preferred however candidates with significant directly related professional experience will also be considered. 5+ years industry experience Series 7 and 24 OCC:
This position is with a FINRA member, broker and/or dealer and is subject to the requirements of FINRA and Securities Laws. May (or may not) be a registered position under FINRA. Must be eligible for employment under standards established by FINRA. Subject to the investigation and verification requirements of FINRA Rule 3110(e), including: the Firm's obligation to investigate the good character, business reputation, qualifications and experience of an applicant for registration before applying to register the applicant with FINRA and filing the applicant's Form U4 with the CRD, and before representing on the applicant's Form U4 that it has conducted this investigation and verified the accuracy and completeness of the information contained in the applicant's Form U4; and the Firm's obligation to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information contained on the applicant's Form U4, no later than 30 calendar days after the Form U4 is filed with FINRA. Satisfactory results on a criminal background check, credit report check, civil litigation search, and regulatory agency or self-regulatory organization enforcement action search, and statements/certification from job applicant regarding administrative, civil, and/or criminal findings by any government agency/authority or self-regulatory organization, are required by federal law for this position. Physical Requirements:
Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%
Domestic Travel - Occasional International Travel - Never Performing sedentary work - Continuous Performing multiple tasks - Continuous Operating standard office equipment - Continuous Responding quickly to sounds - Occasional Sitting - Continuous Standing - Occasional Walking - Occasional Moving safely in confined spaces - Occasional Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) - Occasional Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) - Occasional Squatting - Occasional Bending - Occasional Kneeling - Occasional Crawling - Never Climbing - Never Reaching overhead - Occasional Reaching forward - Occasional Pushing - Never Pulling - Never Twisting - Never Concentrating for long periods of time - Continuous Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations - Continuous Reading, writing and comprehending instructions - Continuous Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing - Continuous
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.
Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more
Additional Information: We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.
If you're passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.
We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.
Training & Onboarding We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
TD Bank 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, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.
Hours: 40
Pay Details: $91,000 - $136,240 USD
TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.
As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.
Line of Business: TD Wealth Job Description:
The Trade Operations Senior Support Specialist is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the trading desk, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, risk management practices, and timely execution of trading activities. This leadership role serves as a key point of escalation and governance, maintaining rigorous standards of compliance and operational excellence.
Depth & Scope: Provides oversight of trading rules and system configurations in the Pershing Platform to ensure accurate and compliant trade processing Manages and oversees regulatory reporting requirements, including but not limited to CAT, CAIS, TRACE, and other mandated reporting obligations. Ensures adequate staffing levels and resource allocation to handle live trading orders efficiently and meet service level standards Supervises and participates in the review and release of flagged live orders, acting as a dual control for higher-risk transactions to mitigate operational and market risk Reviews and grants approvals for trade exceptions and non-standard transactions Maintains oversight of key risk metrics and escalate issues as necessary to senior management Leads the development, maintenance, and enhancement of policies, procedures, and desk-level controls to comply with regulatory and firm requirements Acts as the regulatory change management lead, assessing and implementing required changes to processes, systems, and reporting in response to new or amended regulations Partners with Compliance, Risk, Technology, and other business units to ensure trading activities align with internal standards and external regulatory expectations Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to trading support staff to promote a culture of risk awareness and operational excellence Assists in identifying, investigating and resolving trade errors by coordinating with advisors and support teams, helping to minimize financial exposure and prevent reoccurrence Education & Experience:
An undergraduate degree in a relevant field is preferred however candidates with significant directly related professional experience will also be considered. 5+ years industry experience Series 7 and 24 OCC:
This position is with a FINRA member, broker and/or dealer and is subject to the requirements of FINRA and Securities Laws. May (or may not) be a registered position under FINRA. Must be eligible for employment under standards established by FINRA. Subject to the investigation and verification requirements of FINRA Rule 3110(e), including: the Firm's obligation to investigate the good character, business reputation, qualifications and experience of an applicant for registration before applying to register the applicant with FINRA and filing the applicant's Form U4 with the CRD, and before representing on the applicant's Form U4 that it has conducted this investigation and verified the accuracy and completeness of the information contained in the applicant's Form U4; and the Firm's obligation to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information contained on the applicant's Form U4, no later than 30 calendar days after the Form U4 is filed with FINRA. Satisfactory results on a criminal background check, credit report check, civil litigation search, and regulatory agency or self-regulatory organization enforcement action search, and statements/certification from job applicant regarding administrative, civil, and/or criminal findings by any government agency/authority or self-regulatory organization, are required by federal law for this position. Physical Requirements:
Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%
Domestic Travel - Occasional International Travel - Never Performing sedentary work - Continuous Performing multiple tasks - Continuous Operating standard office equipment - Continuous Responding quickly to sounds - Occasional Sitting - Continuous Standing - Occasional Walking - Occasional Moving safely in confined spaces - Occasional Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) - Occasional Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) - Occasional Squatting - Occasional Bending - Occasional Kneeling - Occasional Crawling - Never Climbing - Never Reaching overhead - Occasional Reaching forward - Occasional Pushing - Never Pulling - Never Twisting - Never Concentrating for long periods of time - Continuous Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations - Continuous Reading, writing and comprehending instructions - Continuous Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing - Continuous
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.
Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more
Additional Information: We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.
If you're passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.
We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.
Training & Onboarding We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
TD Bank 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, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.