Operations Specialist

Operations Specialist

About us:

Halo Investing is an award-winning technology platform that disrupts how protective investment solutions are used worldwide. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices worldwide, we’re on a mission to change the world by democratizing access to investment solutions that were previously unavailable to most investors. Our marketplace connects financial advisors and investors to protective investment products – including structured notes, buffered ETFs, and annuities – offered by leading global financial institutions.

In October 2021, Halo announced that it raised over US $100 million in Series C funding. The latest fundraising round was led by Owl Capital and included the Mubadala-backed US $1 billion fund managed by Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners, in addition to existing investors Allianz Life Ventures and William Blair.

Come join our uniquely motivated, dynamic and proactive team. Above all, we value collaboration, communication, and passion!

About the Role:

Broker-Dealer Operations is the core of Halo’s transaction processing, deal closing, and client onboarding team. In this role, you will directly support these key functions through implementing established workflows and contributing to the ongoing improvement of operational efficiencies.

Primary Responsibilities:

• New institutional account onboarding and maintenance
• Book and report trades; track trades through settlement; correct issues as needed
• Ongoing interaction with internal client services team regarding account status and operations
• Transaction and order entry, processing, and support
• Onboarding and execution process documentation and maintenance
• Internal systems support, includes data maintenance and reporting
• Database management related to client and daily trade data
• Data monitoring

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• An interest in financial markets and/or fixed income products
• Comfortable interfacing with clients and solving problems with innovative solutions
• Ability to adapt and change your strategy quickly based on new information
• Experience with trade clearing software or Salesforce preferred
• Current license or expected to pass FINRA SIE and Series 7 exam within 90 days of start date.

Benefits:

Get ready for an incredible opportunity with a company that values and rewards its employees. We offer a competitive package of great benefits that will make your work life both fulfilling and enjoyable!

• Work with a great team in an exciting work environment
• Hands-on and structured learning opportunities, continued professional growth
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/disability, etc.)
• Multiple voluntary benefits! Identity protection, pet insurance, accident insurance and more
• Flexible PTO policy
• 401k program to help build wealth for the future
• Paid parental leave to bond with your new addition
• Hybrid work from home (WFH) environment
• Free snacks
• Company-paid, on-site gym membership
• Building and in-office happy hours
• Ad-hoc outings and activities like baseball games, yoga classes and more!

Halo Values Diversity and Inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance or accommodation due to disability or special need when applying for a role or during our recruitment process, please contact us at: hr@haloinvesting.com