DescriptionDepartment Overview:Raymond James Financial is a Florida-based diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management.The Supervision department partners closely with the business to proactively mitigate risk. Our department supports business units by managing activity/account reviews, product oversight, escalation/approvals and governance guided by specialized knowledge. Supervision is committed to supporting and protecting clients and the firm while preserving our culture, and adhering to our core values of client first, conservatism, independence and integrity.At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options.Job Summary:Under limited supervision, uses specialized knowledge and skills obtained through experience, specialized training or certification to detect possible rules violations to ensure adherence to securities industry regulations and limit firm liability. Lead and support associates during functional reviews and provide advanced support to our Financial Advisor and Corporate Advisory departments, focusing specifically on the policies and procedures required by applicable regulators for advertising materials. Effectively and professionally coordinate with senior members of Supervision, other managers, and advisors in order to guide and influence decisions that mitigate risk and align with the firm’s culture and strategy.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs human resources management activities, including identifying/correcting performance problems and participating in interviewing and selecting staff
Plans, assigns, monitors, reviews, evaluates, and leads the work of others.
Coaches and mentors subordinates, identifies training needs, and recommends appropriate development
Interfaces with Compliance, Supervision, Legal, and associates to inform them of any supervisory concerns that may arise with branch office managers/FAs and works together with them to address these concerns
Conducts Electronic Communications reviews accurately and timely.
Serve as a trusted business partner to our Financial Advisor and/or Home Office teams by providing expertise with regulatory matters and Raymond James policies.
Assists in developing training programs
Prepares and delivers written and oral presentations to business units.
May participate in the formation of Supervision policies
Acts as a mentor to new associates by sharing resources and encouraging their growth
Takes on complex and extensive projects in coordination with Senior Management
Develops new procedures and best practices for workflows
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:
Company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies.
General office practices, procedures, and methods.
Rules and regulations of the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC); Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA); and state securities regulatory agencies; and/or Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC); Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC); Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC); Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS); Federal Reserve System; and state banking regulatory agencies.
Fundamental investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry.
Principles of banking and finance and securities industry operations.
Financial markets and products.
Skill in:
Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets, presentations, and databases.
Critical thinking and decision-making, involving the interpretation of regulatory rules and compliance policies.
Detail orientation to ensure the regulatory liability is limited, without impairing workflow.
Ability to:
Independently manage and complete multiple projects and tasks; work independently with minimal direct supervision.
Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels including branch managers/FAs.
Establish and communicate clear directions and priorities.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A) in a related discipline and a minimum of six (6) years of experience in Supervision and/or the financial services industry.
or
Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.
Licenses/Certifications:
Series 7,24,66 license(s) for assigned functional area required.
Additional licenses/certifications demonstrating the candidate’s knowledge/expertise in industry regulation and concepts preferred
Job: CompliancePrimary Location: US-FL-St. Petersburg-Saint PetersburgOrganization SupervisionSchedule Full-timeJob Shift Day JobTravel Yes, 5 % of the TimeReq ID: 2401655