Financial Advisor Associate

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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.

Financial Advisor Associate

How does the role impact the organization?

The Financial Advisor Associate plays a key role in identifying growth opportunities, building client relationships, and supporting financial strategies that drive revenue. This hybrid role blends financial analysis with business relationship management and development, making it idea for professionals who are both analytically sharp and client-focused.

The Associate will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to our clients’ well-being, providing them with an excellent level of customer service. This position requires an energetic, entrepreneurial, ambitious, and driven investment professional with outstanding interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must have meticulous attention to detail, possess a positive attitude, and a client-centric mindset. The ability to work independently and collaborate as a team member is critical for success in this role.

What will your role be responsible for?

Relationship Management

• Provide gold standard client service, anticipating client needs and concerns, and deliver high-quality service through phone, email, written, and in-person communication.
• Engage with new and existing clients to understand their financial goals and risk tolerance.
• Participate in prospecting, networking, and developing new business.
• Track sales pipeline and performance metrics using CRM tools.

Investment Management

• Stay current on market trends, financial regulations, products, and emerging markets.
• Work closely with the lead advisor to manage fee-based and non-fee-based investment portfolios.
• Prepare investment policy statements, portfolio evaluations, client commentaries/reviews, and investment proposals.
• Build and rebalance customized investment portfolios in accordance with clients’ profiles and compliance requirements.
• Monitor client portfolios and adjust strategies based on market conditions and life changes.
• Assist in research, analysis, asset mix decisions, and investment product selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial planning and strategy.
• Liaise with the team to ensure client portfolios are consistent with clients’ financial plans.
• Execute trades.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, objectivity, and expertise.

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?

• Fundamental knowledge of investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry; and
• Competent in financial markets and products
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with a willingness and ability to learn new applications;
• Previous experience in Analytics, problem-solving, organization, multi-tasking, and time management;
• The ability to work within deadlines in a high-volume and demanding environment while maintaining a high level of service and an imperative attention to detail;
• Demonstrate advanced face-to-face, email, videoconferencing, and telephone etiquette and relationship management skills;
• Exercise tact and discretion in the handling of confidential information;
• Communicate proficiently in French is an asset;
• Previous experience in Salesforce CRM is an asset; and
• Entering trades is an asset.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Completion of a degree or diploma;
• A minimum of 3 years work experience in the investment industry;

Licenses/Certifications

• The ideal candidate is licensed as an Investment Representative with completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct and Practice Handbook (CPH) Course; and
• Completion of or enrollment in the CFP designation is considered an asset.

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.