Job Description - Transition Team Assistant Manager )

At Raymond James,we develop,we collaborate,we decide,we deliver, andwe improve together.

Raymond James Ltd. is Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.

How does the role impact the organization?

Raymond James Ltd. is seeking a qualified Transition Assistant Manager to join the team. Raymond James Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high-quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.

What will your role be responsible for?

- Support direct oversight and day-to-day guidance of Transition Planners and Transition Administrators
- Act as a mentor, coach, and escalation point for team members
- Assist in performance management, development, and training of team staff
- Help drive team engagement, productivity, and accountability
- Oversee and actively participate in onboarding of Financial Advisors and Agents
- Act as a primary point of contact for assigned transitions
- Monitor transition progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders and senior management
- Coordinate and manage transition timelines, deliverables, and milestones
- Customize transition plans based on individual advisor needs
- Ensure adherence to policies and procedures related to compliance, operations, and technology
- Maintain and improve transition processes, checklists, and reporting tools
- Analyze transition metrics and provide recommendations for improvement




- Assist in managing departmental goals, projects, and initiatives
- Support quality assurance and documentation accuracy throughout transitions
- Act as a liaison between Financial Advisors and internal departments
- Maintain ongoing communication with transitioning advisors and their teams
- Coordinate advisor setup, including IT, office setup, and required approvals
- Facilitate CIRO registration and insurance requirements
- Contribute to departmental projects and cross-functional initiatives
- Participate in presentations to prospective Financial Advisors during head office visits (HOV)
- Assist in developing new training materials, tools, and systems
- Support continuous improvement and innovation within the transition function

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offersflexible workstyles, a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our advantages range from Health Benefits, RRSP Matching Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Days, Discretionary Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and many more We also support internal promotion and community involvement.

What do we expect from you?

To qualify for this opportunity, you possess:





- 5+ years in the Investment Brokerage or Financial Services Industry
- College diploma or degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC)
- Completion of the Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH)
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Copilot)
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Prior leadership, supervisory, or assistant management experience
- Experience with Dataphile and Microsoft Dynamics CRM
- Strong understanding of Financial Advisor and Sales Assistant processes
- Strong leadership and coaching capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive mindset with sound decision-making ability
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

We encourage 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

Salary Range: $90,000 - 100,000 annually, in addition to competitive performance bonuses/incentives.

Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, internal

📌 Transition Team Assistant Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Raymond James Financial
📍 Toronto