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Registered Client Service Associate

McDermott Armati Wealth Strategies is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate who has experience or the desire to support financial planning operations. This essential role helps to provide high‑touch administrative support to Financial Advisors, their prospective and existing clients, and other branch staff team members. The ideal candidate will have effective communication skills as well as the ability to excel in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Services basic inquiries and scheduling of meetings with prospective and existing clients
• Respond to client inquiries regarding accounts, transactions, and general service matters
• Process account openings, transfers, rollovers, beneficiary changes, and maintenance requests
• Maintain accurate and complete CRM records
• Execute equity, ETF, mutual fund, and fixed income trades as directed
• Assist with portfolio rebalancing
• Monitor cash balances and distributions
• Gather and organize client financial data
• Prepare and update financial plans using planning software
• Run retirement, cash flow, and scenario analyses
• Prepare client‑ready reports and presentations
• Ensure all documentation meets firm and regulatory requirements
• Maintain organized client files and audit‑ready documentation
• Assist with supervisory reviews and compliance requests
• Adhere to FINRA, SEC, and firm policies and procedures
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Professional communication (written and verbal)
• Analytical mindset
• Client‑first attitude with high integrity
• Experience with financial planning software
• Experience with portfolio management or rebalancing tools
• Experience executing trades in client accounts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems

Education and Previous Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred. 3+ years of experience in wealth management or advisory support.

Licenses / Certifications

SIE, Series 7 & 63/65 or 66 preferred, or willing to obtain in stated period. Insurance license preferred.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• 401k + Match
• Profit Sharing
• PTO + Market Holidays

Employment Status and Contractual Details

McDermott Armati Wealth Strategies, LLC and its employees are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James, not employees of Raymond James.

The term “RaymondJames” includes but is not limited to Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. (“RJFS”) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. (“RJFSA”) as affiliates.

Important Note

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits link and benefits description below do not apply to this job posting because the hiring entity is an RJFS independent branch and all RJFS associates at this branch are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James. If you are offered a position by this RJFS branch, employment and benefits will solely be offered by the branch and not by RaymondJames.

Additional Compensation Information

Salary Range $55,000.00-$110,000.01

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

Company Values and Culture

• At RaymondJames 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 RaymondJames – 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.

Company Profile

RaymondJames is a diversified financial services company providing wealth management, capital markets, asset management, banking and other services to individuals, corporations and municipalities. Founded in 1962 in St.Petersburg, Florida, rather than on Wall Street, we have always embraced being a different kind of financial services firm. Today, RaymondJames has locations and subsidiaries across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Germany, and is listed on the NewYork Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF.

Thanks for your interest in working with RaymondJames. Our business is deeply focused on people and their financial well‑being. We're committed to helping individuals, corporations and institutions achieve their goals, while also supporting successful professionals and helping our communities prosper. We believe doing well and doing good aren't mutually exclusive. As an established but ever‑evolving company, you can start – or continue – growing your career here. We invest in you with wide‑ranging benefits and the support of leaders and colleagues who care. From development opportunities and enriching networking groups to prioritizing diversity, inclusion and the power of different perspectives, RaymondJames is where good people grow. Our people‑first culture is outlined in our Culture Blueprint. Check it out to see why many choose to work at RaymondJames – and why they stay.