Open Accounts Associate II - Estates (16 Month FTC)

Company Overview

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment.

IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments.

Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology.

Key Responsibilities 

Interactive Brokers is seeking an Estates processing analyst to join our team. This critical, client facing role requires a seasoned professional for the following tasks: 

• Review and validate estate documentation including death certificates, letters of testamentary, probate documents, and executor authorizations.


• Coordinate the transfer or liquidation of securities, options, futures, and other financial instruments held in deceased accounts.


• Ensure proper handling of outstanding trades, margin positions, and corporate actions for deceased accounts.


• Liaise with legal counsel and compliance teams on complex or high-value estate matters. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Degree or equivalent qualification/experience in Finance, Law or Engineering.


• Experience with estates processing and/or cross-border asset transfers.


• Knowledge of estate planning strategies and trust structures preferable.


• Experience working in a global financial institution.


• French, German, Spanish or other European languages advantages.  

To be successful in this position, you will have the following: 

• Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision.


• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent collaboration and communication (verbal and written) skills.


• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.


• Above all you are an active hands on person able to deliver quality and volume. 

Qualifications And Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business, finance, or accounting preferred or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or similar Compliance diploma or accreditation


• At least 2+ years’ experience in transaction monitoring for financial crimes, in particular with regard to domestic and international payment activities, preferably gained at a large broker or other financial institution with a European client base or an EU regulator


• Experience identifying red flags/typologies associated with financial crimes; experience using SQL (or similar) to query relevant activity is advantageous.


• Good knowledge of local regulations and European Directives in connection with documenting risk-based decisions and conclusions regarding potentially suspicious activity


• Proven analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and direct experience escalating high-risk issues to management


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a small team as well as independently