Back Office

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Definition: Back Office


Back Office


Full Definition of Back Office


1. The administrative functions at a brokerage that support the trading of securities, including trade confirmation and settlement, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance. 2. More generally, administrative functions that support but are not directly involved in the operations of a business, such as accounting and personnel.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Back Office are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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