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Apprenticeship

Investment operations technician

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
1.5 yr
typical
Sector
Legal, finance and accounting
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Supporting teams that carry out investment transactions on behalf of individuals or organisations.

What you'd do

Process and confirm trade settlements within agreed deadlines
Reconcile cash and stock positions against custodian records
Handle client queries about transactions and account balances
Prepare daily reports on portfolio valuations and cash flows
Carry out checks to comply with regulatory and audit requirements
Investigate and resolve failed trades with counterparties
Maintain accurate records in investment administration systems

What you'd learn

How financial markets work and the types of investment products used
Trade settlement processes and the role of clearing houses
Reconciliation techniques to identify and resolve discrepancies
Regulatory requirements including FCA rules and anti-money laundering obligations
Client reporting standards and how to communicate clearly with stakeholders
Risk management principles relevant to operational roles
How to use industry software and data systems accurately
Ready to look for a place?
See live Investment operations technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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