Trading Operations Associate - Canvas Managed Option Strategies

About the Company

O’Shaughnessy Asset Management (OSAM) is part of Franklin Templeton, a forward-thinking asset manager that has built its success through powerful partnerships. We leverage cutting-edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long-term wealth creation. OSAM is a research and money management firm based in Stamford, Connecticut, operating autonomously and backed with global, enterprise resources. Their approach to managing money is transparent, logical, and completely disciplined, leading to long-standing relationships with clients. OSAM is a leading provider of Custom Indexing services via its Canvas® platform, which offers financial advisors an unprecedented level of control and ease in creating and managing personalized separately managed accounts (SMAs) that target improved after-tax outcomes.

About the Department

O’Shaughnessy Asset Management (OSAM) is owned by Franklin Templeton, a dynamic firm spanning asset management, wealth management, and fintech. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents, you’ll gain exposure to diverse cultures, people, and global business development. OSAM is a research and money management firm based in Stamford, specializing in transparent, disciplined investment approaches. We are a leading provider of Custom Indexing services via Canvas, a platform that enables financial advisors to create and manage client portfolios in separately managed accounts (SMAs) with custom investment templates, factor investing strategies, passive strategies, tax management, and ESG/SRI screens tailored to individual client needs.

About the Role

Canvas is seeking an energetic, self-motivated individual with strong leadership skills to join Franklin Templeton’s Managed Options Strategies (FT-MOST) team in Stamford, Connecticut. The Sales & Trading Associate will regularly interact with Co-CIOs, Client Portfolio Managers, Traders, and distribution personnel within the larger firm. This role requires staying abreast of market structure, industry and regulatory trends, and company-specific initiatives. The position reports to the VP/Client Portfolio Manager of MOST.

Responsibilities

• Work with Franklin Managed Options’ senior leadership to facilitate and execute operational components of a growth-oriented equity derivatives asset management business.
• Facilitate and execute internal sales initiatives related to FT MOST’s growing option overlay business by interacting with advisors, client associates, and custodial partners.
• Support trading/portfolio managers in the implementation and settlement of listed option transactions.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, including Portfolio Managers, Analysts, Compliance Officers, technology, and Trade Support.
• Support sales personnel with periodic and as-needed analysis; prepare presentations and work with internal and external partners on sales and implementation questions.
• Work with internal and external technology and custodial partners to support and enhance business operations.
• Implement established protocols and policy guidelines to maintain standardized record-keeping practices, emphasizing compliance with evolving legal, SRO, and governmental regulations.
• Perform daily reconciliation, quarterly and on-demand performance reporting, and security simulation analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; finance, economics, or accounting preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in wealth management client service, trading, trade settlement, reconciliation, and trade break resolution.
• FINRA Series 65 or 66 license or willingness to obtain within 120 days of hire.
• Experience with custodians and clearing firms.
• Knowledge of wealth management operations practices is a plus.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, growth environment.
• Familiarity with a wide range of concepts, practices, and procedures in financial services.
• Proficiency in using Bloomberg and various order management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in equity/index options is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Proactive and resourceful with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Schedule

This position requires onsite work in our Stamford, Connecticut office five days a week.

Pay

We expect the salary for this position to range between $85,000 - $100,000 per year depending on location, plus bonus opportunity. Compensation decisions consider factors such as location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards, including:

• Base compensation and discretionary bonus opportunities.
• 401k plan.
• Health insurance.
• Other perks and non-monetary benefits designed to support the whole person and recognize their time, talents, and results.