Licensed Financial Advisor Assistant

Raymond James Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond James Ltd. seeks a Licensed Financial Advisor Assistant in Toronto, who will join a dynamic team focused on client well-being. This role includes providing high-quality customer service, managing investment portfolios, and collaborating closely with lead advisors. Candidates should have a university degree with finance exposure and prior experience in financial services.

Benefits

Health Benefits

RRSP Matching Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Discretionary Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in investment/financial services.
• Ability to manage client relationships and investments.
• CIRO licensed; CIM/CFP designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide gold standard client service and anticipate client needs.
• Assist in managing investment portfolios and communication.
• Collaborate with team members to meet clients’ financial plans.

Skills

Client-centered

Analytical

Energetic

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree with finance exposure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dataphile

FactSet

Morningstar

Croesus

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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.

How does the role impact the organization?

The associate will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to our clients’ well-being, providing them with an excellent leveal of customer service. This position requires an energetic, entrepreneurial, ambitious, and driven investment professional. The successful candidate must have meticulous attention to detail, possess a positive attitude, and be client focused. The role directly deals with clients, making superior interpersonal skills imperative. The ability to work independently and collaborate as a team member is critical for success in this role.

What will your role be responsible for?

Relationship Management

• Provide gold standard client service, anticipating client needs and concerns, and being a good listener.
• Deliver high-quality client service through phone, email, written, and in-person communication.
• Assist in prospecting and developing new business.

Investment Management

• Work closely with the lead advisor to manage fee-based and non-fee-based investment portfolios.
• Prepare investment policy statements, portfolio evaluations, client commentaries / reviews, and investment proposals.
• Build, monitor, and rebalance customized investment portfolios in accordance with clients’ profiles and compliance requirements.
• Assist in research, analysis, asset mix decisions, and investment product selection.
• Liaise with the team to ensure client portfolios are consistent with clients’ financial plans.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, objectivity, and expertise.

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 :

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Client-centered, putting clients’ interests first.
• Analytical.
• Energetic, ambitious, and outgoing.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office / Excel
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Able to build long-lasting relationships with high-net-worth clients.
• Familiarity with Dataphile, FactSet, Morningstar, and Croesus.
• Marketing experience.
• Understanding of fundamental investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry.
• Knowledge of financial markets and products.

Abilities

• Be client-centered, putting clients’ interests first.
• Identify business opportunities.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Exercise tact and discretion in handling confidential information.

Educational / Previous Experience Requirements

• University degree with finance exposure.
• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in the investment and / or financial services industry.
• Familiar with managing investments, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and GICs.

Licenses / Certifications

• CIRO licensed.
• CIM / CFP designations would be an asset.

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 [emailprotected] . 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.

Administrative & Support Services

Primary Location

CA-ON-Toronto-Toronto

Organization

Branch

Schedule

Full-time

Status

Permanent Full-Time

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance and Sales

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