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Fulfills varying tasks and assignments and completes rotations in a range of areas related to financial services, under varying levels of supervision. Develops skills and capabilities that equips the incumbent to move into a specific role in the organization.
Job Description
Job Summary Through distance learning, apprenticeship and training at the firm’s international headquarters, the Advisor Mastery Program (AMP) offers a comprehensive education for the next generation of Raymond James Financial Advisors. The program takes a holistic approach by incorporating training for technical and sales skills to fully position new Advisors for success. In conjunction with a Mentor, Branch Manager, and/or a team of Financial Advisors, the Financial Advisor Trainee will learn to build an individual practice. The Trainee will balance new client development, sales activities, investment management, customer service and compliance with personal and professional growth and development. The Trainee will also provide clients with sound financial advice and counsel consistent with the client’s objectives, time horizon, and risk tolerance. In addition, the requirements of the AMP Program are designed to support long-term development, whether a candidate plans to be a stand-alone Advisor or join an existing team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Become trained and skilled to effectively and efficiently perform the Financial Advisor role: If hired as a team candidate, the team will provide the specific goals and expectations.
- Meets production targets that impact overall company revenue goals.
- Develops a book of business consistent with AMP program goals for assets under management and required production.
- Provides a high level of client service.
- Manages the full scope of a client relationship by evaluating the client’s financial needs, investment opportunities, current holdings and available investment capital.
- Helps clients identify their investment objectives by effectively communicating portfolio losses when necessary, while preserving client loyalty.
- Develops client pipeline by prospecting, networking, engaging in community initiatives, centers of influence and developing niches.
- Recommends investment products, solutions, and services that are suitable for prospects and clients based on predetermined client needs, time horizons, risk profile, and preferences.
- Seeks expertise of internal resources to identify investment opportunities and solutions for clients.
- Opens, transfers, and closes customer accounts.
- Maintains appropriate account records while monitoring the customer's portfolio.
- Makes recommendations consistent with changes in economic and financial conditions as well as the client's needs and objectives, considering newly offered investments.
- Obtains and verifies the customer's purchase and sale instructions, enters orders, and follows up on completion of transactions.
- Completes required program training and assignments, obtains mandatory industry licenses within prescribed timeframes, masters assessments and meets minimum performance and production standards.
- Stays abreast of investment products, industry rules and regulations, and financial planning.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge of
- Economic and accounting principles and practices.
- Financial markets, banking, and financial data analysis and reporting.
- Basic principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.
- Firm’s working structure, policies, mission, strategies, and compliance guidelines.
Skill in
- Operating client relationship manager system and other required software applications to produce financial plans, correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Identifying the needs of customers through effective questioning and listening techniques.
Ability to
- Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment to run an optimal practice.
- Continuously learn investment products, industry rules and regulations, and financial planning.
- Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.
- Keep all appropriate parties up-to-date on decisions, changes, and other relevant information, and articulate reasons behind decisions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Persevere, handle rejection and show resilience during the prospecting and networking process.
- Network in the community and effectively market him or herself and Raymond James.
- Demonstrate persistence in the face of obstacles.
- Accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively in high stress situations.
Education/Previous Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university preferred with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience, demonstrating achievement in sales (preferably intangible) or business environment, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources.
Licenses/Certifications
- SIE required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied or ability to obtain within four (4) months from the start of the program.
- Series 7 and Series 66 or the ability to obtain them within four (4) months from the start of the program.
- Life, Health and Variable Annuity or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from the start of the program.
Education
Bachelor’s - Completed: Accounting, Bachelor’s - Completed: Business Administration, Bachelor’s - Completed: Finance
Work Experience
General Experience - 7 to 12 months
Certifications
- s63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- s66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- s7 - General Securities Representative Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- 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.
Job Description Summary
Fulfills varying tasks and assignments and completes rotations in a range of areas related to financial services, under varying levels of supervision. Develops skills and capabilities that equips the incumbent to move into a specific role in the organization.
Job Description
Job Summary Through distance learning, apprenticeship and training at the firm’s international headquarters, the Advisor Mastery Program (AMP) offers a comprehensive education for the next generation of Raymond James Financial Advisors. The program takes a holistic approach by incorporating training for technical and sales skills to fully position new Advisors for success. In conjunction with a Mentor, Branch Manager, and/or a team of Financial Advisors, the Financial Advisor Trainee will learn to build an individual practice. The Trainee will balance new client development, sales activities, investment management, customer service and compliance with personal and professional growth and development. The Trainee will also provide clients with sound financial advice and counsel consistent with the client’s objectives, time horizon, and risk tolerance. In addition, the requirements of the AMP Program are designed to support long-term development, whether a candidate plans to be a stand-alone Advisor or join an existing team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Become trained and skilled to effectively and efficiently perform the Financial Advisor role: If hired as a team candidate, the team will provide the specific goals and expectations.
- Meets production targets that impact overall company revenue goals.
- Develops a book of business consistent with AMP program goals for assets under management and required production.
- Provides a high level of client service.
- Manages the full scope of a client relationship by evaluating the client’s financial needs, investment opportunities, current holdings and available investment capital.
- Helps clients identify their investment objectives by effectively communicating portfolio losses when necessary, while preserving client loyalty.
- Develops client pipeline by prospecting, networking, engaging in community initiatives, centers of influence and developing niches.
- Recommends investment products, solutions, and services that are suitable for prospects and clients based on predetermined client needs, time horizons, risk profile, and preferences.
- Seeks expertise of internal resources to identify investment opportunities and solutions for clients.
- Opens, transfers, and closes customer accounts.
- Maintains appropriate account records while monitoring the customer's portfolio.
- Makes recommendations consistent with changes in economic and financial conditions as well as the client's needs and objectives, considering newly offered investments.
- Obtains and verifies the customer's purchase and sale instructions, enters orders, and follows up on completion of transactions.
- Completes required program training and assignments, obtains mandatory industry licenses within prescribed timeframes, masters assessments and meets minimum performance and production standards.
- Stays abreast of investment products, industry rules and regulations, and financial planning.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge of
- Economic and accounting principles and practices.
- Financial markets, banking, and financial data analysis and reporting.
- Basic principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.
- Firm’s working structure, policies, mission, strategies, and compliance guidelines.
Skill in
- Operating client relationship manager system and other required software applications to produce financial plans, correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Identifying the needs of customers through effective questioning and listening techniques.
Ability to
- Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment to run an optimal practice.
- Continuously learn investment products, industry rules and regulations, and financial planning.
- Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.
- Keep all appropriate parties up-to-date on decisions, changes, and other relevant information, and articulate reasons behind decisions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Persevere, handle rejection and show resilience during the prospecting and networking process.
- Network in the community and effectively market him or herself and Raymond James.
- Demonstrate persistence in the face of obstacles.
- Accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively in high stress situations.
Education/Previous Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university preferred with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience, demonstrating achievement in sales (preferably intangible) or business environment, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training as approved by Human Resources.
Licenses/Certifications
- SIE required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied or ability to obtain within four (4) months from the start of the program.
- Series 7 and Series 66 or the ability to obtain them within four (4) months from the start of the program.
- Life, Health and Variable Annuity or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from the start of the program.
Education
Bachelor’s - Completed: Accounting, Bachelor’s - Completed: Business Administration, Bachelor’s - Completed: Finance
Work Experience
General Experience - 7 to 12 months
Certifications
- s63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- s66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- s7 - General Securities Representative Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Financial Advisor
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Financial Advisor position. A finance, economics, or accounting degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree may draw an RFE if the employer can't document why that specific field is required.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Financial Advisor roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. LCA history signals an employer already understands prevailing wage requirements and the H-1B filing timeline, which reduces friction after an offer.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, level, and metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor. Accepting below prevailing wage invalidates the LCA and stalls your petition.
Clarify licensing obligations with your employer
Many Financial Advisor roles require FINRA Series 7 or 66 licenses. Confirm whether your employer expects you to sit exams before or after your H-1B is approved, since exam eligibility and sponsorship timelines don't always align.
Ask about cap-exempt filing options early
If a potential employer is a nonprofit, university, or government research organization, they may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filing, meaning no lottery and year-round filing. Wealth management arms of universities or foundations sometimes fall under this category.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation
The O*NET profile for Financial Advisors lists the degree requirements and knowledge domains USCIS reviews when assessing specialty occupation. Your employer's attorney will use this in the petition. Review it so you can speak to how your role maps to those criteria.
H-1B Visa Financial Advisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Advisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, economics, or accounting. Roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field are harder to defend as specialty occupations. Your employer needs to document in the LCA and I-129 petition that the degree requirement is tied to the actual duties of the job.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Financial Advisors?
Wirehouses, regional broker-dealers, registered investment advisors, private banks, and the wealth management divisions of large commercial banks are the most active sponsors. Smaller independent advisory firms sponsor less often because the legal and filing costs are harder to absorb. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA filing history for this specific occupation before targeting your applications.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Financial Advisor H-1B petitions?
The DOL sets four wage levels for each occupation by metro area. Your employer must certify on the LCA that your offered salary meets at least the Level 1 wage for your location and job title. Financial Advisor prevailing wages vary significantly between cities, so a salary that meets the threshold in one metro may fall short in another. Check the OFLC Wage Search for the specific figures before your employer files.
Do FINRA licenses affect H-1B eligibility or timing for Financial Advisors?
FINRA licenses like the Series 7 or Series 66 don't affect H-1B eligibility directly, but they can create practical timeline conflicts. Some employers won't let you work in a client-facing capacity until you're licensed, while the H-1B petition process takes months. Clarify with your employer whether you can complete licensing exams while in status on OPT or before your H-1B start date, and confirm the sequencing in writing before accepting an offer.
Is it possible to change employers as a Financial Advisor on H-1B?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer to a new H-1B employer once your petition has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status ends. Because Financial Advisor duties vary between employers, document that the new role still meets specialty occupation standards to reduce RFE risk.