Description

Raymond James Overview

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could be the place you build a career beyond your expectations.

Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a 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.

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.

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Internship Program Overview

Raymond James is the place where good people grow and nowhere is that better demonstrated than in our internship program. During the 9-week immersive experience, you will engage with and implement the firm’s core values through our five guiding behaviors. Featuring a comprehensive orientation, onsite and remote training sessions in professional development, networking events, a speaker series, and volunteer opportunities, you will be equipped with knowledge of the business and culture to help you build relationships and develop skillsets for the internship and your future.

To be eligible for the summer 2024 internship program, you must be a junior or senior standing candidate pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in business or finance with a graduate date of May 2025. Most positions are based in St. Petersburg with other available locations depending on company need. 

Candidates who successfully complete the internship program have the opportunity to transition into a full-time role at Raymond James after graduation.

Department Overview

The RIA & Custody Services Division (RCS) serves as a clearing firm for independent broker-dealers and as a custodian for independent Registered Investment Advisor firms (RIAs).

Job Summary:

The individual(s) chosen for this role will have the opportunity to work directly with all levels of the department including senior leadership. Curiosity and innovation skills will be key when participating in projects that will impact the department for years to come. Understanding of the regulatory agencies that oversee Broker-Dealer and RIA firms will be essential in understanding how the different areas of the business work together to mitigate risk and implement product solutions while delivering a superior client experience.

Internship Length: 9 weeks  

Start Date: May 28, 2024  

End Date: August 2, 2024  

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and edit documents including but not limited to procedures and policies.
• Partner with RCS Risk team to design and implement policy.
• Conduct research on regulatory rules and requirements.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the custody and clearing business.
• Gain understanding of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940
• Specified projects and varied assignments relating to the RCS department.
• Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office functions (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• FINRA and the SEC and how they oversee RIAs and Broker Dealers.
• Fundamental concepts of financial markets and products.
• Relationship management software and applications is a plus.
• Fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a professional office environment.
• Basic concepts, principles, and practices of an assigned business unit.

Skill in:

• Preparing and delivering written reports.
• Effective time management and ability to meet set deadlines.
• Presenting to large and small audiences.
• Critical thinking and the ability to identify areas of risk to the organization.
• Operating standard office equipment and using, or having the ability to learn, required software applications.

Ability to:

• Research complex issues and involve appropriate parties in decision making.
• Gather information to identify trends and utilize that information to drive improvements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
• See the larger picture in order to seek out areas for business improvements.
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Provide a high level of customer service.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:

• Be a junior or senior in pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a business or finance field. 
• Interest in risk management, financial services, compliance, and/or project management.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications:

• None Required.

Location

Hybrid position – St. Petersburg office

• No travel required.

Raymond James Guiding Behaviors:

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 – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic self, our organization, clients and communities thrive, it is part of our part of our people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Raymond James 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, the firm now has locations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Germany, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF