Registered Client Associate & Paraplanner

Job Description Summary

“Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.”

Our mission is to enrich the lives of our clients and their families by providing quality independent financial advice. Nothing is more important to us than our clients – that’s the approach we take by providing a high degree of attention and service.

McDermott Armati Wealth Strategies is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate who shares our vision and mission. 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. Join us and see where a career at McDermott Armati could take you!

Job Description

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/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
• Insurance license

McDermott Armati Wealth Strategies, LLC and its employees are independent contractors with respect to Raymond James, not employees of Raymond James. The term “Raymond James” includes but is not limited to Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. (“RJFS”) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors. Inc. (“RJFSA”) as affiliates.

Education

Bachelor’s: Finance

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)

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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