Senior Registered Virtual Client Service Associate
Job Description Summary
Supports Financial advisors and their prospective and existing clients and other branch staff team members. Demonstrates effective communication skills across multiple platforms (phone, email, in-person, virtual), as well as the ability to organize, manage, and track multiple, detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, task-oriented work environment.Job Description
Under general supervision, uses specialized skills gained through training and experience to provide proactive, virtual support to financial advisors. Provide efficient, high quality client service, account maintenance, and administrative support to advisors within the scope of the program. Follows established standard operating procedures to perform tasks, projects, and assist clients. Receives general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and complexity requiring decision making responsibility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Communicates with assigned advisors proactively on a daily basis to ensure needs are being met and necessary support is being provided.
Manages client account maintenance activities which includes, but is not limited to opening/maintaining accounts, submitting forms, money movement, monitoring transactions and transfers, etc.
Delivers client support which includes, but is not limited to client meeting preparation, running reports, meeting follow up, and special outreach projects, etc.
Provides high caliber service to clients by responding to inquiries and requests promptly.
Researches complex client situations, communicates with home office departments to seek a timely resolution, while managing client’s expectations until resolved.
Participates in ongoing training and education to ensure the most efficient usages of technology and firm resources.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Coordinates /oversees the transition process for new client transition of accounts with other functional areas to ensure a professional process from initial client contact through transition of accounts ensuring proper execution of every step of the new client onboarding process.
Assists with prospective clients, provides consultation and education regarding the Raymond James and Associates platform.
Knowledge of
Company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies.
General office practices, procedures, and methods.
Financial industry experience
Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.
Work independently.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Skill in
Proficient use of Microsoft program suite, with advanced excel knowledge
Able to analyze account information
Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Provide the most efficient usage of technology and firm resources to enhance the client experience
Ability to
Help drive utilization/adoption to key tools and resources
Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.
Work independently.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Educational/Previous Experience Requirements
Associate’s degree and five (5) years of licensed financial services industry service experience.•
Branch experience preferred
~or~
An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources.
Licenses/Certifications
SIE required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.
Series 7 required.
Series 63, 65 and/or 66 as required by state.
Ability to obtain additional securities and advisory state registrations if required by state.
Education
High School (HS)Work Experience
General Experience - 6 to 10 yearsCertifications
s66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), s7 - General Securities Representative Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)Travel
Less than 25%Workstyle
RemoteThe 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.
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.
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