Client Services Associate – Financial Advisory Support

Raymond James; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Raymond James is seeking a dynamic Registered Client Service Associate to support Financial Advisors and clients. The role emphasizes high-touch administrative support across multiple platforms, with strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced branch environment.

The ideal candidate will onboard clients, open accounts, monitor assets, and assist with marketing initiatives, while ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year securities industry experience preferred, or equivalent combination accepted by HR.
• SIE required; Series 7 required; Series 63/65/66 as state requires.

Responsibilities

• Serves as first contact to service high volume interactions via phone, in-person, virtual, or mailings.
• Onboards new clients and opens accounts using internal databases.
• Researches client and security information using internal systems.
• Ensures client information complies with firm and industry rules.
• Processes transfers of assets and monitors cost basis.
• Communicates investment opportunities and supports advisors.
• Prepares financial reports and materials for client meetings.
• Inputs orders and rebalances portfolios for Advisors.
• Maintains CRM records and client files.
• Supports marketing events and client seminars.
• Participates in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Effective communication

CRM software

Excel

Organization

Customer service

Multitasking

Financial terminology

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

SIE license

Series 7 license

Series 63/65/66 (as required)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Raymond James is seeking a dynamic Registered Client Service Associate to support Financial Advisors and clients. The role emphasizes high-touch administrative support across multiple platforms, with strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced branch environment.

The ideal candidate will onboard clients, open accounts, monitor assets, and assist with marketing initiatives, while ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate documentation.