Registered Associate & Paraplanner

130 Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Retirement + Match

Life Insurance

PTO + Market Holidays

Job summary

Raymond James' Key Wealth group is seeking a Registered Client Associate & Paraplanner to support financial advisors with client service, data entry, and planning prep. The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to procedures, and strong communication across client channels.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in wealth management, SIE/Series 7/63 or equivalent licenses, and experience with CRM systems and Office 365. Onsite work with no travel beyond the branch is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services client support and wealth management is preferred.
• Strong administrative and data-entry skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in following standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients daily by phone, in person, virtually, and by mailings.
• Support financial advisors and branch office both independently and in a team.
• Open new client accounts, move funds, and research information as needed.
• Create and maintain records in the CRM.
• Enter data into financial plans.
• Engage in training and professional development to stay current with policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Registered Client Associate & Paraplanner

Our team is driven by a personal approach to wealth management for each client. As our team grows, we are seeking a Registered Client Associate & Paraplanner who shares our long-term vision and values. The ideal candidate is strong in administration, detail-oriented, and is proficient in following standard operating procedures. Experience in financial planning and prep is a plus! You deserve to work with the best, and you can expect it at Key Wealth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily interactions with clients, including basic inquiries, account information, and scheduling of meetings, on the phone, in-person, virtually and through mailings.
• Works both independently and within a team environment to provide crucial support to the financial advisors and branch office.
• Open new client accounts, process money movement, and research information as needed.
• Creates and maintains records and files utilizing Client Relationship Management (CRM) software.
• Collects and enters data into financial plans.
• Actively engages in available training/cross-training and educational and/or professional development opportunities to remain current on firm and industry policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies. General office practices, procedures, and methods. Financial planning software Skill in Client Relationship Management (CRM) software, or similar contact management software. Microsoft Office 365 applications Effective communication across multiple client platforms (in-person, virtual, phone and mail) Ability to Operate standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets, and databases. Analyze and research account information. Organize, manage, and track multiple, detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, task-oriented work environment. Identify time sensitive items and assess competing priorities. Take initiative and proactively follow up on submitted items to ensure completion; resolve errors, questions or concerns. Provide a high level of customer service in a calm, professional manner. Use mathematics sufficient to process account and transaction information. Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels, in person and virtually. Work both independently and as part of a cohesive team. Provide a high level of customer service.

Licenses/ Certifications

• SIE, Series 7, 63, or equivalent

Experience

3+ years of industry experience

Workstyle

Onsite Travel: None required

Benefits

• Medical
• Retirement + Match
• Life Insurance
• PTO + Market Holidays

Key Wealth Management 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.

Compensation

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.

Company Culture

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.

Corporate Information

Raymond James is a diversified financial services company providing wealth management, capital markets, asset management, banking and other services to individuals, corporations and municipalities. Founded in 1962 in St. Petersburg, Florida, rather than on Wall Street, we have always embraced being a different kind of financial services firm. Today, Raymond James has locations and subsidiaries across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Germany, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF.