Wealth Advisor Assistant presso Raymond James Ltd.

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.

Wealth Advisor Assistant

How does the role impact the organization?

The primary role of the Wealth Advisor Assistant is to support a team of financial advisors and the Branch Manager (BM) by ensuring the office is managed efficiently and effectively. The position is responsible for entering client trades, servicing client requests and processing trade instructions by phone, and ensuring client paperwork is up to date and accurate. 

This is a supportive team environment which promotes personal career growth. Drawing on previous experience as an Administrative Assistant in a financial services firm, or upon a degree/diploma within Financial Management or Business Administration, you must have meticulous attention to detail, possess a positive attitude, and have exceptional interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must also be responsible, confident, self-motivated, and a team player.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Foster and support client relationships by liaising with clients, responding to requests and demonstrating proactive problem solving
• Support clients’ general day-to-day administrative and trade requests in a timely and confidential manner;
• Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls with clients and respond to requests for information;
• Be responsible for and support the advisor with paperwork, manage head office correspondence, and handle the account opening process for new clients;
• Act as team lead during tax reporting season, liaising with tax professionals & clients to provide details, slips and updates as required;
• Prepare client presentations with guidance from the financial advisor;

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people.  Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offers 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:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree; and
• A minimum of 3 years of industry related experience; and
• Experience in the investment brokerage, financial services, is an asset
• Fundamental investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry;
• Knowledge of fundamental investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry;
• Demonstrated general knowledge of investment income slips (T3, T5, T5008, etc.) for personal income tax filing; assisted in preparing and organizing personal tax packages for clients.
• CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software and maintaining/improving CRM databases is an asset;

 Licenses/Certifications 

• Investment Representative licensing, including the successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course and the Conduct and Practices Handbook, is required; and
• Registered Representative licensing, including the completion of the Wealth Management Essentials Course, is preferred

 We encourage 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 – 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 [email protected]. 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.