Financial Advisor Assistant

Raymond James Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond James Ltd. is seeking a Financial Advisor Assistant to support client relationships and ensure efficient office operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a minimum of 2 years in the investment industry. This full-time role offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health Benefits

RRSP Matching Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Days

Discretionary Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years investment industry experience.
• IR Licensed or completion of Canadian Securities Course preferred.
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review daily/monthly/annual reports and client correspondence.
• Process and follow up on security transactions and transfers.
• Foster and support client relationships by liaising with clients.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

MS Office

Dataphile

Croesus

Thomson Reuters

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At Raymond James, we develop, we collaborate, we decide, we deliver, and we improve together .

Raymond James Ltd. is Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.

Financial Advisor Assistant

How does the role impact the organization?

The candidate is a self-motivated individual with exceptional administrative skills and a dependable nature. The candidate will bring to the role an ability to work within deadlines both independently and as part of a team, proven effective time management skills, and a focus on customer service.

As a key member of the team, contributions are important to the success of the client relationship with the Financial Advisor, and to the success of the Branch as a whole.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Prepare and review daily/monthly/annual reports, client correspondence and taking ownership of project work;
• Process and follow up on security transactions and transfers;
• Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls with clients;
• Foster and support client relationships by liaising with clients, responding to requests and proactive problem solving;
• Service clients’ general day-to-day requests;
• Maintain Financial Advisor files; and
• Perform general office duties.
  
  

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offers flexible workstyles, a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits range from Health Benefits, RRSP Matching Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Days, Discretionary Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and many more! We also support internal promotion and community involvement.

What do we expect from you?

To qualify for this opportunity you possess:

• Minimum 2 years investment industry experience;
• Post-secondary education;
• IR Licensed or successful completion of Canadian Securities Course as well as the Conduct and Practices Handbook is preferable;
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office particularly Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Experience with Dataphile, Croesus and Thomson Reuters is an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate a professional and friendly manner
• Superior customer service skills;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Self-starter attributes, motivated and hardworking with the ability to prioritize, multitask, work within time constraints and provide necessary follow up;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Superior problem solving skills;
• The ability to work within deadlines in a high-volume, pressure-oriented environment; and
• Ability to effectively handle confidential information.
  
  

We encourage 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
  
  

At Raymond James – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic self, our organization, clients and communities thrive, it is part of our people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Here at Raymond James we demonstrate our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. To request accommodations, candidates are instructed to contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail]. By reaching out to this email address, candidates can communicate their specific requirements and discuss the necessary accommodations they may need to participate fully in the recruitment process.

Job

Wealth management

Primary Location

CA-ON-Toronto-Toronto

Organization

Branch

Schedule

Full-time

Status

Permanent Full-Time

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

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