Operations Associate - Managed Assets Proxy & Prospectus Administrator

D.A. Davidson • Great Falls, MT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

D.A. Davidson Companies is an independent, employee-owned company with a rich history spanning 90 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:
Administration of proxy voting process, voting request escalation and reporting to the Proxy Voting Committee, and record retention.

Requirements

• High school diploma or three years related office experience
• Experience with office machines (fax, copier, adding machine, etc.)
• Proficient use of computer programs; experience with Microsoft Excel a necessity
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work without supervision yet work as part of a team
• Ability to interact with employees and outside contacts in a professional and personable manner
• Ability and willingness to follow policies and procedures
• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and data security
• 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, reliable, in-person attendance on the job is a necessary and essential function

Responsibilities

• Daily proxy maintenance which includes voting, adding, and deleting new and closed accounts and keeping records of all ballots received as well as supervision of the prospectus mailings on all mutual fund purchases.
• Provide backup for Managed Assets Data Reconciliation Clerk as needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED