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Location

Vancouver, BC | Canada

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Job description

Application Support Associate

• 2400792

At Raymond James, we develop, we collaborate, we decide, we deliver, and we 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.

Application Support Associate

How does the role impact the organization?

Under the direction of the Manager, Business Application Management, the Application Support Associate is responsible for day-to-day second level support of third-party applications for all areas of the firm. The Application Support Associate will develop test strategies based on business and functional requirements and execute functional and system test plans as required for commercial software and provide support to the business for user acceptance testing.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Answer application inquiries and complex how-to questions escalated from the IT support desk or business units;
• Research issues involving application integration points, data integrity and connectivity failures;
• Diagnose root causes and provide fixes, both for in-house and third-party applications);
• Document processes, application systems and IT operational procedures in cooperation with third-party vendors, where applicable;
• Support and assist the business during creation and execution or user acceptance testing; and
• Participate in various other duties as required.

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offers flexible workstyles, a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits 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?

• Knoweldge of fundamental investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry;
• Experience of Broadridge Dataphile is an asset;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with a willingness and ability to learn new applications;
• Exceptional Customer service skills;
• The ability to work within deadlines in a high-volume and demanding environment while maintaining a high level of service and an imperative attention to detail;
• Demonstrate advanced face-to-face, email, videoconferencing, and telephone etiquette and relationship management skills;
• Exercise tact and discretion in the handling of confidential information; and
• Communicate proficiently in French is an asset.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary education, or commensurate qualifications and/or experience;
• 3 years of related financial services experience with a strong analytical background; and
• Experience in system functional testing, defect management and resolution, and using testing tools is an asset.

To qualify for this opportunity you possess:

• 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 people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Here at Raymond James we demonstrate our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. To request accommodations, candidates are instructed to contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] . By reaching out to this email address, candidates can communicate their specific requirements and discuss the necessary accommodations they may need to participate fully in the recruitment process.

Salary Range: BC (based on Education, Work Experience, etc) $60,000-70,000 in addition to competitive performance bonuses/incentives.

Job Technology Primary Location CA-BC-Vancouver-Vancouver Other Locations CA-ON-Toronto-Toronto Organization IT Schedule Full-time Status Permanent Full-Time

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Salary

$60k - $70k per year