Investment Operations Specialist at Northwestern Mutual

Skokie, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Onboarding, Trade Workflows, Portfolio Accuracy, Account Opening, Account Funding, Compliance Requirements, Account Transfers, Account Rollovers, Database Updates, Client Communication, Securities Trading, Policy Implementation, Regulation Compliance, Priority Management, Proactive, Dependability

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Investment Operations Specialist – Wealth Management We are a fast-growing Chicagoland wealth management firm seeking an Investment Operations Specialist to lead our client onboarding process, streamline trade workflows, and maintain portfolio accuracy. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and client-centric. Key responsibilities: * Managing the account opening process and ensuring timely account opening and funding. * Conducting client calls to gather statements, compliance requirements and assistance with account transfers and rollovers. * Updating client account records within company database * Communicating effectively with clients in person, in writing, and over the telephone. * Collaborating with CPA and attorney partners for trust and complex account processes. * Assisting prospects and clients with online website registration and providing technical support when needed. * Securities trading across brokerage and advisory platforms * Communicating, implementing, and ensuring company compliance with policies and regulations * Managing assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Performing other duties as assigned Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree * Series 7, 63 and SIE required (or obtained withing 6 months of hire) * 1-3 years of financial industry experience * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities * Resourcefulness and dependability with a strong work ethic Benefits * Salary range $60k-75k depending on experience * Medical/Dental/Vision insurance * 401k with match * Paid time off This role is ideal for someone confident communicating with high-net-worth clients who value precision, professionalism, and delivering exceptional client experience.

Responsibilities

The specialist will lead the client onboarding process, streamline trade workflows, and ensure portfolio accuracy within a fast-paced wealth management firm. Key duties include managing account opening, conducting client calls for documentation, and executing securities trading across various platforms.