Job Description
Raymond James Ltd. is seeking an experienced Associate Advisor/Associate Portfolio Manager to work in our Barrie office. Raymond James Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading full-service independent investment dealers offering high-quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.
You will work closely with the Portfolio Manager and entire team, providing comprehensive administrative and portfolio management services to the team and clients. This is a permanent full-time position with a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Mandatory Licensing Requirements to apply for position:
• Industry CSC licensing is mandatory;
• Three years as an RR in the industry;
• Working towards CIM or CFA designations.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years’ experience, working within the Financial Services industry as an RR;
• Able to provide constructive suggestions, ideas to improve client’s experience with our office;
• Great organizational skills and a dependable nature to meet deadlines;
• The ability to organize year’s reoccurring tasks;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• The ability to follow and execute well laid out business processes;
• The ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate a professional and friendly manner;
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic;
• Exceptional problem-solving skills;
• Able to identify and develop new business opportunities in the community;
• The ability to prioritize and multitask;
• Openness and willingness to learn new systems;
• The ability to work well independently;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint);
• Familiar with CRM software tools;
• A result’s driven, goal-oriented and proactive approach.
Advantageous Designations and Additional Licensing:
• CIM or CFA designation
• CFP designation
• Life Insurance license
• US securities licensing – series 7 or Series 65 (if PM qualified)
• TEP designation
Support is provided to cover some costs of all required licensing and applicable financial designations, as well as on-going focused professional career development, if you are a successful candidate.
This is an opportunity to develop into a full Financial Advisor/Portfolio Manager in this position, after demonstrating competence and mastery of key skills, and take over the business in time.