Brian Stanton
Wrentham,MA
Summary
Driven financial professional with extensive trading and risk management experience. Known for developing effective trading strategies and managing intricate portfolios. Team-oriented with focus on delivering results and adapting to changing market conditions, showcasing analytical and strategic thinking.
Experienced with market analysis, portfolio management, and trading strategy development. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of financial instruments and risk assessment. Track record of making informed decisions that align with overall investment goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Licences
Work History
Senior Trader
Commonwealth Financial Network
01.2023 - Current
- Executing mutual fund, equity, option, unit investment trust trades within National Financial (NF) and Pershing accounts. Handling assigned cases, re-org items, trade corrections, control stock, and cashless stock option exercises. Also answering questions and providing training via phone and e-mail on our various proprietary electronic trading platforms. Provide support and training to advisors on how to use our portfolio rebalancing system along with various other electronic trading platforms we have available.
- Top new employee of 2023
- Over 98% accuracy on all trades placed.
- Assisted in the launch of new portfolio rebalance system.
Assistant Manager
Merrill Edge
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Promoted through increasing scope of positions and responsibility by showcasing impressive aptitude.
- Supervise and guide regular operations of a team of 15 experienced and skilled trade associates. Conduct surveillance of all key performance indicators to guarantee adherence of necessary regulations and enhance output. Offer constructive criticism, mentoring, and professional development to all direct subordinates. Manage all customer grievances and escalations. Collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders to craft and execute multiple process advancements aimed at elevating worker performance and productivity.
- Boosted output and workflow by over 30% by pioneering new processes.
Senior Investment Analyst
Merrill Edge
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Evaluated and resolved high-priority trade-related problems, such as margin inquiries, as well as options and fixed income trading. Reorganized processing of margin and options concerns including covering maintenance calls, Regulation T calls, margin equity demands, in-the-money options contracts, and naked option requirements. Partnered with cross-functional partners to enhance productivity, simplify policies and processes to guarantee top-notch customer service. Scrutinized suspect trades for evidence of fraud or market manipulation. Stayed informed and disseminated knowledge on best market practices globally and regionally. Trained incoming staff, nurturing growth, and success.
- Accomplished 100% accuracy for six quarters continuously.
- Spearheaded initiatives to safeguard both firm and clientele by settling volatile positions in client accounts.
- Consistently surpassed objectives through astute task prioritization and a strong work ethic.
Investment Analyst
Merrill Edge
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Examined investment prospects and maintained a robust project portfolio for relevant industries by engaging with sponsors, governments, and financial entities (including banks, investors, and fund managers). Conducted data analysis and worked with multiple business partners to help clients with a variety of investment pursuits, such as equity trades, mutual fund trades, options trades, and margin-related concerns.
- Earned promotion within few months of being onboarded by company.
- Innovated novel methodologies to instruct clients on all aspects of trading and investment.
- Helmed responsibility of advancing projects to enhance customer service and deliver support to Merrill Edge customers.
Project Analyst
Granite Telecommunication
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Inspected all customer orders with attentiveness and promptness. Communicated closely with in-house departments to ensure all services and invoicing was carried out without delay. Studied and reviewed business policies for all local exchange carriers to enable accuracy of all orders. Facilitated training procedures for new personnel on diverse types of orders and business regulations.
- Led and participated in numerous projects to employ local exchange carriers' digital systems, elevating efficacy to curb customer complaints.
- Attained a flawless track record of 100% accuracy across all projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
River University
Nashua, NHAssociate of Applied Science - Applied Business Management
University of Hampshire
Durham, NHSkills
- Investment Management
- Portfolio Rebalancing
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Trade Risk Mitigation
- Leadership & Training
- Equity, Options, and Mutual Fund Trading
- Strong work ethic
- Quick learner
- Detail-oriented approach
- Collaborative team player
- Efficient time management
Certification
- Licensed Trader
- Series 7 License
- Series 63 License
- Series 4 License
Timeline
Senior Trader
Commonwealth Financial Network
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Merrill Edge
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Investment Analyst
Merrill Edge
01.2015 - 01.2021
Investment Analyst
Merrill Edge
01.2015 - 01.2015
Project Analyst
Granite Telecommunication
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
River University
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Business Management
University of Hampshire
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