Operations Manager (Birmingham, Michigan)

Who We Are:

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (“Oppenheimer”) is a leading middle-market investment bank and full service broker-dealer. With roots tracing back to 1881, the Company is engaged in a broad range of activities in the financial services industry, including retail securities brokerage, institutional sales and trading, investment banking (both corporate and public finance), equity & fixed income research, market making, trust services and investment advisory and asset management services.

Job Description:

The firm is seeking an Operations Manager who is an integral part of the branch office management team to join our Branch Office in Birmingham, Michigan. The Operations Manager will report directly to the Branch Office Manager (BOM).

Responsibilities:

Supervise and oversee the day-to-day supervision of operations staff and branch operations functions

Approve operational related transactions (Check issuance and deposits, wire transfers, journal entries)

Create procedures to ensure daily work, including approvals, are handled in a timely manner

Order room (including order errors)

Option approvals

Margin inquiries

Provide guidance on policies and procedures

Assist with onboarding Financial Advisors

Assist with AML review and compliance

Interaction with legal and compliance regarding items that may require escalation

Requirements:

3 to 5 years industry experience

Series 7 and 63 required

Intelligent, enthusiastic self-starter with proven ability to work well with Financial Advisors and office staff

Experience with personnel management

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and ethical standards

Ability to work in a fast paced and highly regulated environment

Ability to multi task