Client Service Associate - RJB

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, uses skills obtained through experience and training to administer the establishment and maintenance of new and existing client accounts. Also, facilitates problem resolution, document processing, and branch support. Follows established procedures to perform routine tasks and receives general guidance and direction to perform a variety of non-routine tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides support and direction to incoming callers regarding operational requirements, processes, policies and time frames.
• Extensive contact with internal customers and external contacts is required to identify, research, and resolve problems.
• Demonstrates department procedures and functionality to visiting branch and home-office support staff.
• Serves as a back-up in cross-functional responsibilities during absences.
• Provides suggestions and input on efficiency and productivity improvements.
• Prepares required mailings to clients.
• Learns and follows department policies, procedures and requirements.
• May recommend changes to existing policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of

• Operations and systems of assigned functional area.
• Basic customer operations and financial industry knowledge.
• Basic accounting concepts and principles.
• Basic investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry and as required by assigned functional area.

Skill in

• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, and electronic communications.
• Interpersonal and communication(written and verbal) skills sufficient to interact with associates at all levels of the organizational as well as financial advisors and branch personnel.
• Identifying and recommending solutions to operational issues.
• Organization skills and attention to detail sufficient to handle high volumes of phone calls requiring quick analytical and supportive responses.

Ability to

• Organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner.
• Use independent judgment on a variety of issues.
• Constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high volume and deadlines.
• Provide courteous, timely service when addressing client issues and transactions.
• Use good judgment in responding to client issues.
• Demonstrate efficiency and flexibility in performing detailed transactional tasks in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Participate in on-the-job training and other learning activities to develop knowledge and regulatory compliance
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

General Experience - 4 to 6 months, Manager Experience - None

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Resident

The 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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