Investment Practice Specialist

Job Description This position will follow our hybrid work model; we expect the selected candidate to work 2-3 days a week at our Saint Petersburg, FL corporate offices. Drive advisor business development with a focus on technology and education through consulting and development of programs and resources. Implements services, resources, and processes that advance recruitment and productivity of financial advisors with respect to business practices, such as resources and portfolio and practice consultation. Under limited supervision and with a high level of autonomy, uses extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to identify, analyze, and consult on complex advisor technology by developing and delivering strategies, programs and resources that support portfolio construction education, sales, and processes. Responsibilities Analyze advisor portfolios and practices to recommend solutions on how to improve portfolio characteristics and/or business practices. Develops, maintains and enhances relationships through virtual programs and discussions covering business strategy, new products, service requirements, and market developments. Consult with advisors on ways to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of investment management practices. Supports data collection, analysis and reporting. Delivers resources that increase advisor efficiencies, awareness, and understanding of advisory technologies Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Skills Industry best practices around investment management and advisor education. Advanced concepts, practices and procedures of portfolio construction. Functional, operational and technical requirements of all systems used by assigned functional area(s). Advanced investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industries. Advanced knowledge of Advisory Technologies. Advanced technical skills. Exceptional Interpersonal and communication skills. Concepts of risk management, issue tracking, change management and requirements gathering. Assessing complex problems, gathering and analyzing data and information, developing and evaluating options, and implementing solutions. Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, to address the advisors. Building effective relationships. Following processes and procedures for effective and timely workflow. Attend to detail while maintaining a big picture orientation. Research, analyze and develop solutions for multi-faceted problems, including demonstrating the willingness to take risks and consider new and untested approaches. Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment. Balance conflicting priority demands, maintain effectiveness with different personalities in a variety of environments and maintain stable performance under pressure and/or opposition. Resolve complex analytical challenges, independently analyze information, and make recommendations based on analysis. Use collaborative skills to accomplish work as a team. Solve problems with large, complex cross-functional systems and processes. Provide a high level of customer service. Licenses/Certifications FINRA Series 7 License and 65 or 66 are preferred. Education Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Finance, High School (HS) (Required) Work Experience General Experience - 13 months to 3 years Certifications Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Travel Less than 25% Workstyle Hybrid 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.