Investment Advisor Assistant

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.

Investment Advisor Assistant

How does the role impact the organization?

The primary role of the Investment 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.

The candidate is a self-motivated individual with exceptional administrative skills and a dependable nature. The candidate will bring to the role an ability to work within deadlines both independently and as part of a team, proven effective time management skills, and a focus on customer service.

As a key member of the team, contributions are important to the success of the client relationship with the Financial Advisor, and to the success of the Branch as a whole.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Prepare and review daily/monthly/annual reports, client correspondence and taking ownership of project work;
• Process and follow up on security transactions and transfers;
• Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls with clients;
• Foster and support client relationships by liaising with clients, responding to requests and proactive problem solving;
• Service clients’ general day-to-day requests;
• Support Financial Advisor with website updates and marketing projects;
• Maintain Financial Advisor files, calendar & expenses; and
• Perform general office duties.

What can you expect from us?

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

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.

Investment Advisor Assistant

How does the role impact the organization?

The primary role of the Investment 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.

The candidate is a self-motivated individual with exceptional administrative skills and a dependable nature. The candidate will bring to the role an ability to work within deadlines both independently and as part of a team, proven effective time management skills, and a focus on customer service.

As a key member of the team, contributions are important to the success of the client relationship with the Financial Advisor, and to the success of the Branch as a whole.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Prepare and review daily/monthly/annual reports, client correspondence and taking ownership of project work;
• Process and follow up on security transactions and transfers;
• Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls with clients;
• Foster and support client relationships by liaising with clients, responding to requests and proactive problem solving;
• Service clients’ general day-to-day requests;
• Support Financial Advisor with website updates and marketing projects;
• Maintain Financial Advisor files, calendar & expenses; and
• Perform general office duties.

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offers flexible workstyles, 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 education;
• IR Licensed or successful completion of licensing within 6 months of hire;
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office particularly Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Experience with Dataphile and FactSet is an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• The desire to contribute to a collaborative working environment, while maintaining a professional, positive manner;
• Superior customer service skills;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Self-starter attributes, motivated and hardworking with the ability to prioritize, multitask, work within time constraints and provide necessary follow up;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Superior problem solving skills;
• The ability to work within deadlines in a high-volume, pressure-oriented environment; and
• Ability to effectively handle confidential information.

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