Branch Operations Specialist

Raymond James; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond James in Birmingham, MI is seeking an administrative associate to support branch operations, greet visitors, process mail, and assist with client onboarding and document management.

This on-site role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 1+ years in securities or related work; travel minimal; total compensation includes benefits and opportunities to contribute to client-first service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one or more years securities industry or related work experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Receives and directs visitors and telephone calls; maintains record of inquiries.
• Sorts, screens and distributes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Processes money movement of funds, disbursements and check delivery.
• Transmits and receives messages with home office.
• Processes securities transactions, including transmitting orders, cancellation and correction of orders and, ensuring delivery to home office according to proper mailing procedures with confirmation of receipt.
• Maintains documentation to cashiering according to compliance requirements.
• Assists branch management with audit preparation.
• Assists with opening client accounts by properly completing and submitting required forms.
• Supports client onboarding.
• Monitors document status through importing, scanning and submission of documents.
• Provides general administrative support to branch management.
• Maintains, processes and updates files, records and other documents.
• Maintains inventory, stocks and distributes office supplies.
• Cross-trains and assists with other operational functions as required.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Audit support

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s: Accounting

Bachelor’s: Business Administration

Bachelor’s: Finance

Job description

• Receives and directs visitors and telephone calls; maintains record of inquiries, as required.


• Sorts, screens and distributes incoming and outgoing mail.


• Processes money movement of funds, disbursements and check delivery.


• Transmits and receives messages with home office.


• Processes securities transactions, including transmitting orders, cancellation and correction of orders and, ensuring delivery to home office according to proper mailing procedures with confirmation of receipt.


• Maintains documentation to cashiering according to compliance requirements.


• Assists branch managements with audit preparation.


• Assists with opening client accounts by properly completing and submitting required forms.


• Supports client onboarding.


• Monitors document status through importing, scanning and submission of documents.


• Provides general administrative support to branch management.


• Maintains, processes and updates files, records and other documents.


• Maintains inventory, stocks and distributes office supplies.


• Cross-trains and assists with other operational functions as required.


• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Previous Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) or more years securities industry or related work experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications

• None

Education

Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Finance, High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 7 to 12 months

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Resident

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

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