Securities Clerk
しょうけんじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
Summary
A job at securities companies or financial institutions responsible for general clerical processing related to securities transactions such as stocks and bonds.
Description
Securities clerks belong to the clerical departments of securities companies or financial institutions and handle various clerical processes accompanying securities transactions such as stocks, bonds, and investment trusts. Specifically, they handle customer account opening and maintenance management, order reception and input, trade confirmation, settlement operations, document creation and management, and confirmation of receipt and payment of trading funds. Transaction accuracy and rapid processing are required, and compliance adherence and confidential management of customer information are also important roles. Recently, with the introduction of RPA and system automation, skills such as exception handling and business improvement are being emphasized.
Future Outlook
While automation through RPA and FinTech is advancing, manpower for exception handling and strengthened compliance continues to be necessary, and stable demand for highly specialized clerks is expected.
Personality Traits
Accurate / Cautious / Diligent Type / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Securities Clerk → Senior Securities Clerk → Clerical Team Leader → Back Office Manager
Required Skills
Accurate Data Entry / Basic PC Operation / Document Creation and Management / Securities Trading System Operation
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping Knowledge / English Document Reading / Process Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes can affect the entire transaction. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks, and accuracy is valued more than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because tasks are mainly performed following established procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves desk work with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
- Securities Representative Type 1
- Securities Representative Type 2
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