Bernstein Operations – Middle Office Analyst

We are seeking a highly motivated analyst for the Operations department of our U.S. broker-dealer. This role is vital for enhancing our broker-dealer operations processes including trade monitoring, trade allocation, confirmation, fail management, and account onboarding, by providing support for internal and external clients. Our team utilizes a customer service philosophy to provide added value to the institutional brokerage services provided to our clients’ trade flow.

The ideal candidate would possess strong analytical skills and is able to collaborate with all levels of cross-functional Bernstein stakeholders, including C-suite senior management.  As a Broker-Dealer Operations Analyst, you will:

·      Provide operational support of the Cash Equity, Program and Algo Trading desks

·      Trade allocation, confirmation, escalation, and trade break resolution

·      Manage referential data used in onboarding client, broker & sub-accounts in operations and trading systems

·      Interact with traders, institutional counterparties and with internal teams in Compliance, Technology to perform shared and independent functions

·      Monitor exception queues to ensure trading activities are processing efficiently

·      Prompt monitoring of group mailbox and telephone support line

·      Participate in cross training across operations

·      Escalate issues to management and stakeholders in a timely manner

The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.

Basic Qualifications

·      Bachelor's degree (preferably in finance related field)

·      Exceptional skills in Excel and PowerPoint

·      Well-organized with the ability to prioritize workloads depending on delivery timelines

·      Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

·      Collaborative team-player

·      Outstanding communication skills

·      Positive, proactive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and grow.

Preferred Qualifications

·      1-3 years of broker-dealer operations experience

·      Experience within pressured environment to meet deadlines and provide positive service delivery

·      Comfort with ambiguity and a strong passion for problem-solving

·      Proven ability to work in a global organization

·      Interest in new technologies and a desire to explore their applications in enhancing workflow efficiencies.

Bernstein is widely recognized as a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, with a trading platform that spans the US, Europe, and Asia. Our research and trading capabilities are sought out by leading investment managers around the world, and we have a long history of our research receiving #1 rankings for overall quality and industry knowledge.

Research is our legacy and foundation. Our brand is defined by our Blackbooks, renowned for their in-depth quantitative forecasts and unmatched industry expertise. Our Research Analysts are thought leaders who typically have many years of direct experience in the industries they cover. Our reputation is for the very highest caliber of disciplined investment and industry analysis.

In 2019 Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, a highly regarded global financial services independent research firm. This acquisition further strengthened us as the preeminent provider of the highest-quality research to our clients worldwide.

On April 1, 2024, AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale announced the official launch of Bernstein, a new joint venture expanding our global cash equities and equity research business. Clients now have unparalleled equity liquidity access and a full range of integrated services, leveraging Bernstein’s cash equities and research capabilities and Societe Generale’s equity derivatives, prime services and equity capital markets offering.