What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Solutions - TRAX Manager position at D.A. Davidson?
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/Function:
Leads and directs high priority, cross departmental initiatives, addressing key strategic issues and functional architecture in close partnership with Operations, Technology, Wealth Management and our Digital Strategy teams. Help to shape and implement the firm’s strategy to meet business goals. Aid in ensuring strategic enhancement investments deliver efficiencies and control, and balance tactical and strategic costs.
Qualifications/Requirements:
•Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
•Previous experience in a securities industry, front and/or back office
•Successful completion of the FINRA General Securities Representative Exam (Series 7) and/or FINRA Operations Principal Exam (Series 99) preferred
•Working knowledge of the securities industry, financial markets and its products
•Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite in particular Excel, PowerPoint, Word and the back-office operations system
•Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills both written and oral
•Demonstrate ability to partner across departments and functional responsibilities
•Be a strategic thinker, possesses strong facilitation and data gathering skills
•Project management experience preferred. This includes setting and managing expectations, developing a detailed project plan, defining the scope of the project, understanding project risks and assigning team members to specific tasks.
•Demonstrate confidence in interaction with senior stakeholders
•Good organization skills – ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize accordingly and make decisions as required.
•Attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure and to provide practical solutions.
•Manage with integrity, honesty and knowledge to promote the culture, values and mission of D.A. Davidson Companies
•Ability to follow policies and procedures; maintain client confidentiality
•Communicate in a clear and service-oriented manner; use appropriate, professional language and grammar to effectively exchange ideas and information
•Ability to proactively work with both external and internal clients; relate with others in a professional manner to accomplish work responsibilities and objectives
•Ability to maintain regular, predictable attendance
Duties:
•Lead and direct complex high profile projects with competing priorities, resources and time constraints across all project phases
•Project initiation and scoping, including definition of plans and setting and managing expectations for successful delivery with project stakeholders.
•Ongoing project management and quality assurance throughout the project
•Build and manage relationships with project stakeholders in Operations, Wealth Management, Technology and Digital Strategy.
•Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills both written and oral
•Demonstrate ability to partner across product groups, regions and functional responsibilities
•Business analysis and requirements definition, including business process management techniques
•Be highly collaborative, team-oriented and strong consensus builder.
What we offer:
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
•Company 401(k)and ESOP contribution
•Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
•Paid holidays
•Professional Development Opportunities
•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.
The compensation offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis considering a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the skills, relevant work experience, and geographic location of each specific candidate. This role is eligible to participate in applicable D.A. Davidson variable compensation programs.
D.A. Davidson has been in business for over 89 years! As an employee-owned company, our success is driven by our high standards of business ethics, integrity and the belief that our Associates are our most important assets. We hope you will consider joining us!
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.
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