Branch Manager

Oversee the day-to-day operations of a Raymond James & Associates (RJA) retail branch. May service clients in his/her own book of business.

Responsibilities

Attracts, selects, orients, trains, and retains Financial Advisors (FAs) and support staff; Continually evaluates branch structure and strategic plan; Responsible for compliance oversight and ensuring adherence to firm and regulatory policies and procedures; Supervises daily trading and other office activities; Documents and resolves client complaints; Performs reviews of client accounts; Develops and implements plans to meet office sales goals; Facilitates sales promotion activities such as seminars and luncheons/dinners; Develops and monitors office revenue and expense budgets; Informs FAs about new products and RJA managed underwritings; Participates in community affairs as a representative of the firm; May service clients in his/her own book of business; Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; minimum three (3) years experience in a financial services firm or equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training; General Experience - 6 to 10 years; Manager Experience - 3 to 6 years; SIE required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied; Series 7 and 9 & 10 (or 8) required; Series 63 & 65, or 66 as required by state; Life, Health, and Variable Annuity Insurance Licenses; NFA Commodities License required if any commodities trading is done at the branch; knowledge of company’s working structure, policies, mission, strategies, and compliance guidelines; economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and analysis and reporting of financial data; legal requirements and federal and state regulations related to employment; skill in operating standard office equipment and using required software applications; preparing and delivering clear, effective, and professional presentations; identifying customer needs through effective questioning and listening; ability to continuously learn investment products; provide a high level of customer service; organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks with frequently changing priorities and deadlines; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels; articulate reasons behind decisions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; identify problems, gather facts, and develop solutions

Benefits

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); parental leave; additional compensation (cash or equity); discretionary bonuses; commissions