Wells Fargo

Securities Operations Specialist Military Apprentice

Wells Fargo$65K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of Securities Operations experience or related experience in training, military or education.
  • Desirable military experience across any branch.
  • Knowledge of Operational Risk, Technology Risk, or Compliance is advantageous.
  • Experience with Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management.
  • Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data handling requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in operational support initiatives and identify process improvements.
  • Review and analyze operational tasks and challenges, exercising independent judgment.
  • Present recommendations for resolving complex situations within trade environments.
  • Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues effectively.
  • Develop expertise in various operational processes related to client accounts and securities settlement services.
  • Resolve escalated issues within Securities Operations.
  • Research business risks and enhance customer satisfaction by reviewing time-sensitive documents.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and critical illness insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
Full Job Description

About this role:

This team ensures the accurate and timely processing of critical operational activities across specialized functions such as money movement, risk and regulatory oversight, custodial servicing, collateral support, and account data management. Each specialist is responsible for executing work within their assigned discipline while upholding data integrity, strong controls, and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate across teams to resolve issues, maintain high‑quality account and transaction standards, and deliver reliable service to internal partners and clients.

In this role, you will:

  • Participate in low to moderately complex lifecycle support initiatives and identify opportunity for process improvements within Securities Operations

  • Review and analyze basic or tactical functional operational tasks or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives; exercise independent judgment related to low-to-medium risk deliverables

  • Present recommendations for resolving low to moderately complex situations related to a full process within a trade environment while developing understanding of function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements

  • Provide information to, collaborate, and consult with peers, colleagues and managers, including internal and external customers, to resolve issues and achieve goals

  • Develop expertise in the following operational processes including client account onboarding, cash payments, customer service, funding operations, custodial operations, securities settlement services, structured loan operations, and general ledger reconciliation

  • Resolve low to moderately complex escalated issues within the scope of responsibility in Security Operations

  • Research low to moderately complex business risks, provide input into policies, enhance customer satisfaction, and review time sensitive documents and transaction requests

  • Exercise independent judgment in understanding trade settlement workflow controls to minimalize the effects of operational breakdowns

  • Support overall effectiveness of the team according to plans; monitor daily securities and cash related production work

  • Contribute and may lead implementation of projects, new or revised processes, and procedures that require coordination among operation teams and perform analysis for initiatives that support business strategies making decisions on matters with financial impact and risk

  • Apprentices within the U.S. Department of Labor accredited Apprenticeship program perform a variety of structured duties, including a combination of (however, not limited to) on-the-job training, coursework and mentorship, under the supervision of a hiring manager, program manager and a mentor. Apprenticeships are designed to assist in the professional development of an apprentice, in preparation for the post-apprenticeship role. Program Managers will facilitate an apprentice’s required path for professional development. This ensures an apprentice will have gained the proficiency and obtained the required experience of a fully functioning post-program role

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

  • Military experience in any branch of service: Army, National Guard, Air Force, Space Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard or Reserves

  • Experience supporting Operational Risk, Technology Risk, or Compliance

  • Risk and Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management experience

  • Sound analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including importing, exporting, and manipulating data

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Ability to navigate multiple systems and applications and use search tools to validate information

  • Collaborative team player with flexibility to work across all organizational levels

  • Self‑starter who works independently, proactively, and creatively while using sound judgment

  • Experience identifying, recommending, or implementing process improvements

Job Expectations:

  • Enrollment into Wells Fargo’s DOL Registered Apprentice Program is required. Apprentices are considered full-time employees within the program. As such, Apprentices are expected to not only uphold and adhere to Wells Fargo and the Apprenticeship Program, but also expected to follow Wells Fargo's prescribed policies, procedures, and employee expectations

  • Ability to work a hybrid schedule

  • Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening

Posting Locations:

  • 550 S 4th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$31.25 - $62.50

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit  for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

10 Jul 2026

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

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