Raymond James
CAT/CAIS Reporting Analyst –Remote Flexibility for Qualified Candidates
Raymond James, Wyoming, Ohio, United States
CAT/CAIS Reporting Analyst – Remote Flexibility for Qualified Candidates
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Please note: This role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with hands‑on experience in regulatory reporting, specifically with CAT and CAIS, to support our compliance operations and ensure accurate trade and account data submissions. A fully remote option may be considered for candidates with demonstrated expertise in CAT and CAIS reporting. Typically, this position follows our hybrid‑friendly schedule, so you get the best of both worlds – flexibility and collaboration. In‑office days will be 3 per week, averaging 12 days per month, in one of the following corporate home office locations: Memphis, TN or Southfield, MI.
The Regulatory Operations Analyst (CAT/CAIS Reporting Analyst) plays a key role in supporting the firm’s compliance with non‑financial regulatory reporting requirements. Leveraging advanced knowledge and experience, this role is responsible for monitoring the possession and control of client assets, preparing and validating regulatory reports, and ensuring adherence to applicable industry rules and firm policies.
This position collaborates closely with management to identify and mitigate financial, reputational, and regulatory risks. The analyst also contributes to the interpretation and implementation of new or evolving regulatory requirements, offering insights and recommending process improvements. Regular interaction with internal stakeholders, including compliance teams and internal auditors, is essential to investigate and resolve observations and maintain the integrity of reporting practices.
Licenses / Certifications
SIE required prior to start, provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.
Series 99 required, or ability to obtain within 120 days as required by FINRA. Persons holding Series 6, 7, 17, 37 or 38 or those who hold principal‑level registrations: Series 4, 9/10, 14, 16, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 51, and 53 would be qualified to register as an Operations Professional (Series 99) without passing the examination.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the production, validation and submission of non-financial regulatory reports (e.g., Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) Electronic Blue Sheets (EBS), Large Options Position Report (LOPR), etc.).
Collaborate with other business units (Brokerage Operations, Trading, Compliance, IT, and Legal).
Assist and provide input in the interpretation of new/changing securities rules, regulations, policies or laws; update processes for compliance to rules and regulations as well as departmental procedures.
Compile operational information for internal and external auditors (e.g., FINRA, SEC) with limited oversight.
Plan and execute remediation efforts for any identified issues with minimal guidance/support from Supervisor/Manager; assist the Manager or Senior Analyst in formalizing milestones needed to implement corrective action plans for any identified issues.
Assist Manager or Senior Analyst in the design, planning, and execution of testing strategies; under direct supervision, may lead the testing efforts of other analysts; communicate any issues to management that require immediate attention in a clear and concise manner; draft recommendations to mitigate risk.
Participate on projects.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge Of
Non-Financial Regulatory reporting requirements.
Financial market impacts.
Regulatory terminology, concepts, and guidance.
Back Office brokerage operations processes and procedures.
Trading life cycle (Orders, Executions, Allocations).
FINRA, SEC and Exchange trading rules, regulations and laws.
Skill In
Creating procedures and business process workflow documentation.
Evaluating processes/systems and identifying risks and controls.
Recommending appropriate actions/revisions to resolve gaps or mitigate risk.
Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and other software applications.
Written and Verbal Communication.
Operating standard office equipment.
Ability To
Proactively engage, collaborate and influence business partners in the adoption of identified opportunities to create or enhance a process.
Support efforts in the evaluation or implementation of an existing or new process.
Interpret financial/brokerage rules, regulations and security laws; ensure all industry rules, regulations, and the practice follows security laws that apply to a process.
Manage multiple tasks with potential interruptions and changing priorities.
Quickly understand complex subject matters.
Demonstrate critical thinking in a constantly changing environment.
Education
High School (HS) (Required)
Work Experience
General Experience - 7 to 12 months
Certifications
OS - Operations Professional - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Remote
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client‑first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long‑term view.
We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same.
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes.
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind.
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter.
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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Please note: This role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with hands‑on experience in regulatory reporting, specifically with CAT and CAIS, to support our compliance operations and ensure accurate trade and account data submissions. A fully remote option may be considered for candidates with demonstrated expertise in CAT and CAIS reporting. Typically, this position follows our hybrid‑friendly schedule, so you get the best of both worlds – flexibility and collaboration. In‑office days will be 3 per week, averaging 12 days per month, in one of the following corporate home office locations: Memphis, TN or Southfield, MI.
The Regulatory Operations Analyst (CAT/CAIS Reporting Analyst) plays a key role in supporting the firm’s compliance with non‑financial regulatory reporting requirements. Leveraging advanced knowledge and experience, this role is responsible for monitoring the possession and control of client assets, preparing and validating regulatory reports, and ensuring adherence to applicable industry rules and firm policies.
This position collaborates closely with management to identify and mitigate financial, reputational, and regulatory risks. The analyst also contributes to the interpretation and implementation of new or evolving regulatory requirements, offering insights and recommending process improvements. Regular interaction with internal stakeholders, including compliance teams and internal auditors, is essential to investigate and resolve observations and maintain the integrity of reporting practices.
Licenses / Certifications
SIE required prior to start, provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.
Series 99 required, or ability to obtain within 120 days as required by FINRA. Persons holding Series 6, 7, 17, 37 or 38 or those who hold principal‑level registrations: Series 4, 9/10, 14, 16, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 51, and 53 would be qualified to register as an Operations Professional (Series 99) without passing the examination.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the production, validation and submission of non-financial regulatory reports (e.g., Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) Electronic Blue Sheets (EBS), Large Options Position Report (LOPR), etc.).
Collaborate with other business units (Brokerage Operations, Trading, Compliance, IT, and Legal).
Assist and provide input in the interpretation of new/changing securities rules, regulations, policies or laws; update processes for compliance to rules and regulations as well as departmental procedures.
Compile operational information for internal and external auditors (e.g., FINRA, SEC) with limited oversight.
Plan and execute remediation efforts for any identified issues with minimal guidance/support from Supervisor/Manager; assist the Manager or Senior Analyst in formalizing milestones needed to implement corrective action plans for any identified issues.
Assist Manager or Senior Analyst in the design, planning, and execution of testing strategies; under direct supervision, may lead the testing efforts of other analysts; communicate any issues to management that require immediate attention in a clear and concise manner; draft recommendations to mitigate risk.
Participate on projects.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge Of
Non-Financial Regulatory reporting requirements.
Financial market impacts.
Regulatory terminology, concepts, and guidance.
Back Office brokerage operations processes and procedures.
Trading life cycle (Orders, Executions, Allocations).
FINRA, SEC and Exchange trading rules, regulations and laws.
Skill In
Creating procedures and business process workflow documentation.
Evaluating processes/systems and identifying risks and controls.
Recommending appropriate actions/revisions to resolve gaps or mitigate risk.
Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and other software applications.
Written and Verbal Communication.
Operating standard office equipment.
Ability To
Proactively engage, collaborate and influence business partners in the adoption of identified opportunities to create or enhance a process.
Support efforts in the evaluation or implementation of an existing or new process.
Interpret financial/brokerage rules, regulations and security laws; ensure all industry rules, regulations, and the practice follows security laws that apply to a process.
Manage multiple tasks with potential interruptions and changing priorities.
Quickly understand complex subject matters.
Demonstrate critical thinking in a constantly changing environment.
Education
High School (HS) (Required)
Work Experience
General Experience - 7 to 12 months
Certifications
OS - Operations Professional - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Remote
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client‑first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long‑term view.
We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same.
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes.
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind.
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter.
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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