Associate Advisor

Raymond James; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (100% paid for base plan)

Retirement + Match

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Raymond James is seeking an Associate Advisor in Arlington, Virginia, to manage relationships with clients and support financial advisors. The role emphasizes client engagement through personalized communication and requires trading experience and strong relationship management skills.

Ideal candidates must have 2+ years in the industry and be familiar with compliance, financial markets, and client management tools. This position operates on a hybrid basis, requiring one week in the office per month.

Qualifications

• Self-starter with consistency and empathy in client interactions.
• Trading experience and proficiency with financial markets and products.
• Knowledge of investment concepts and securities industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deepen relationships with assigned clients.
• Coordinate client meetings with financial advisors.
• Conduct quarterly and annual reviews to align financial goals.
• Send personalized communications to enhance client engagement.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Microsoft Office Suite

Effective communication

Education

2+ years of industry experience

Tools

Compliance software

Financial planning software

Job description

Our team is driven by the motivation to help our clients achieve their goals with professional skill and a personalized approach. As our team grows, we are seeking an Associate Advisor who shares our long‑term vision and values.

The ideal candidate has worked as a Financial Advisor or alongside Financial Advisors in a client‑facing capacity, is a self‑starter, and demonstrates consistency and empathy in their day‑to‑day work. Additionally, they have trading experience, strong client relationship management skills, and thrive in a team‑oriented environment.

Ready to take the next step? Read on and apply below.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and deepen relationships with assigned clients, ensuring timely and effective communication and service.
• Be the main point of contact for assigned client needs and ensure all client concerns are addressed.
• Schedule, attend, and facilitate client meetings (in partnership with the financial advisor) to review portfolios, performance, and goals.
• Manage client referrals, ensuring smooth onboarding and integration into the firm.
• Conduct quarterly and annual client reviews to align financial goals.
• Provide updates on market trends, portfolio performance, and relevant changes that impact their financial plans.
• Ensure clients feel heard and valued, handling specific requests, life events, or personal circumstances in a personalized way.
• Send personalized communication (cards, videos, etc.) to strengthen client engagement on significant life events.
• Assist the financial advisor by note taking, handling documentation, and email management.
• Ensure that all compliance standards are met for client documentation and communication.
• Actively contribute to the firm’s ability to focus on high‑level strategy by handling administrative work related to client meetings.

Knowledge of

• Company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies
• Managed account platforms
• General office practices, procedures, and methods
• Investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry
• Financial markets, products, and industry regulations
• Trading terminology
• Financial planning software
• AI tools and agents

Skill in

• Client Relationship Management (CRM) software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective communication (in‑person, virtual, phone, and mail)

Ability to

• Familiarity with software applications, such as Excel, to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets, and databases
• Analyze and research account information
• Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of client attention in a calm and professional manner
• Analyze problems and establish solutions in a fast‑paced environment
• Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively
• Work both independently and as part of a cohesive team
• Demonstrate competence, dependability, and responsibility

Licenses/Certifications

• SIE
• Series 7
• Series 63, 65 and/or 66 as required by state
• L&H strongly preferred

Education/Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of industry experience

Workstyle: Hybrid (1 week in office per month)

Travel: None required

Benefits: Medical (100% paid for base plan), Retirement + Match, Life Insurance, PTO.

Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000, based on experience and geographic location, + discretionary bonus

Case Study, LLC and its employees are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James, not employees of Raymond James. The term “Raymond James” includes but is not limited to Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. (“RJFS”) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors. Inc. (“RJFSA”) as affiliates.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits link and benefits description below do not apply to this job posting because the hiring entity is an RJFS independent branch and all RJFS associates at this branch are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James. If you are offered a position by this RJFS branch, employment and benefits will solely be offered by the branch and not by Raymond James.