Trade & Settlement Technology Support, Assistant Vice President

About the role

We are seeking an AVP settlement system support specialist to serve as the technical bridge between operations and the technology that powers our broker-dealer settlement engine. This role requires deep expertise in trade flows, securities processing, cash management, and settlement across platforms such as Broadridge BPSA, ICI, COGNOS, DTCC MUSA, Postedge, IHS Markit WSO, GLOSS, Loanet, and EquiLend. The ideal candidate will lead technical issue resolution, support vendor upgrades and disaster recovery testing, and drive automation and integration initiatives. You will collaborate with IT, vendors, and business stakeholders to optimize workflows, maintain data integrity, and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable guidance for operations staff. This specialist will ensure settlement processes run efficiently, reliably, and in alignment with evolving industry standards. Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field Work Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in broker-dealer, clearing, or financial services operations/technology roles, with hands-on experience in Broadridge BPSA and related systems. Strong background in US securities trade lifecycle, industry utilities (DTC, NSCC, OCC), and technical tools (SQL, Unix/Linux, batch scheduling, file transfer). Proven communication and problem-solving skills in supporting both technical and non-technical users. 5+ years of experience in a broker-dealer, clearing, or financial services operations/technology role. Hands-on experience with Broadridge BPSA, including knowledge of key modules (trade processing, settlements, P&S, books & records, cost basis, corporate actions, etc.). Strong understanding of US securities trade lifecycle: order → execution → clearing → settlement → custody. Familiarity with industry utilities such as DTC, NSCC, OCC, and standard clearing file formats. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; ability to support both technical and non-technical users.