Analyst, Business Support - Wedbush Securities

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions (ACaPS). Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.

The Business Support Analyst will be a key member of the COO Office, responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Head of the COO Office and the Business Continuity Manager. This role will focus on tracking and reporting on the team’s Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) as well as assisting in the management and execution of business continuity program strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across various functions. This is a hybrid role reporting into our Jersey City, NJ office.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with Business Continuity Program (BCP) Manager to establish administrative support model for Business Continuity Program
• Monitor and facilitate updates to BC Plans, working with the Business Coordinators who are aligned with each line of business, to reflect changes in the business environment
• Document and report on business continuity exercises and incidents
• Provide administration and maintenance of the firm's emergency call notification tool.
• Conduct quarterly firm-wide automated call notification testing and maintenance of the emergency communication platform
• Provide administrative support associated with training & awareness sessions for staff on business continuity
• Objective and Key Result Management and Tracking
• Support the Head of the COO Office in setting, tracking, and managing the team’s OKRs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect relevant data and performance metrics to track progress toward OKRs
• Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations on OKR progress and outcomes
• Assist in the evaluation of OKRs at the end of each cycle to identify improvements for future iterations
• Assist with other strategic initiatives as required by the COO office, including ad-hoc research and analysis for key decision-making and improving operational excellence
• Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Keyword: Business Support Analyst
Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Minimum 3+ years of business analyst experience preferably in the financial services industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaboration and team building skills
• A proactive and results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive and confidential information
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain high standards of accuracy
• Technology related experience is preferred and experience with business continuity, risk assessment, crisis management, OKR management, and key performance indicator metrics is beneficial

Benefits:

What Wedbush Offers You

As part of the overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities (WS) offers an array of diverse benefits to our Colleagues.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company-sponsored contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) Plan: competitive discretionary company matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Tuition reimbursement ($5,250 max per year)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Leave: Parental Bonding, Jury Duty, Military, Disability, etc.
• FINRA and Professional License Sponsorship
• Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
• Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs
• Discretionary compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to location; skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current hiring range is $83,000-$109,000.

At Wedbush, we recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation, results in higher Colleague satisfaction, fosters superior client service, and adds meaningful value for stakeholders. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm and provided equal opportunities to succeed.

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This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq,, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.

From: Wedbush Securities