Trade Operations Associate

U.S. Bank

Trade Operations Associate handling trade data for investment fund clients. Ensuring accurate transmission and processing of trade information while collaborating with internal and external partners.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Arizona, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,435 - $71,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ETLSwift

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret, validate, and process incoming and outgoing trade files across multiple asset classes, including derivatives, options, futures, equities, and fixed income
Support the movement of trade data into and out of the bank, ensuring accurate and timely transmission to internal systems and downstream partners
Work with primary trade communication and data transmission methods, including FTP, SWIFT, Pivot, and email
Assist with file translation and data manipulation, converting trade data into formats ingestible by internal platforms such as Eagle
Utilize or support ETL and file translation tools, including IWS (within the Eagle platform) or similar technologies
Partner closely with technology teams, business line partners, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to resolve data issues and support operational workflows
Participate in client onboarding activities, including collaboration with external clients to explain file requirements, data transmission processes, and operational hand-offs
Provide clear communication and "hands-on support" to clients when navigating data-related questions or challenges
Support a growing, high-volume operation by demonstrating flexibility, prioritization skills, and a strong attention to detail
Contribute to documentation, controls, and continuous improvement initiatives within Trade Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
One to two years of direct experience, or three to five years of related experience
Early-career to developing experience in trade operations, fund services, financial operations, or data processing
Comfort working across multiple asset classes and interest in learning complex financial instruments
Experience or exposure to trade file handling, data feeds, or operational workflows
Familiarity with FTP, SWIFT, Pivot, ETL tools, or file translation processes preferred
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify exceptions
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interacting with external clients
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal technology teams, business partners, and SMEs
Adaptability and organization in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

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Hard Skills & Tools

data processingtrade operationsfile translationdata manipulationETLanalytical skillstrade file handlingfinancial operationsasset classesdata feeds

Soft Skills

clear communicationcollaborationadaptabilityorganizationattention to detailflexibilityproblem-solvingclient supportprioritizationinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degree