Recruitment Manager

Overview

In this role you will lead the recruitment of experienced wealth management professionals to support Raymond James’ growth. You will build a robust pipeline, engage senior advisers and business owners, and guide candidates from first contact to onboarding. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders to maximize opportunities and present the firm’s proposition at industry events. You will help shape the recruitment strategy with market insights that strengthen our competitive position.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective recruits (experienced professionals and new entrants)
• Identify, engage and develop relationships with Financial Advisers, Financial Planners, Investment Managers, and business owners
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process from initial contact to offer and onboarding
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maximise introductions, referrals, and opportunities
• Deliver compelling presentations on the Raymond James proposition to recruits and businesses
• Assess prospect suitability in line with regulatory requirements and business objectives
• Manage objections, negotiate opportunities, and secure signed agreements
• Provide market insights to enhance recruitment proposition and positioning
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activity and prospect data
• Represent Raymond James at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
• Support senior leadership with strategic recruitment initiatives and business development projects
• Ensure all activities comply with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Key requirements

• Proven recruitment experience within the UK Financial Services industry
• Strong understanding of Wealth Management, Investment Management and Financial Planning markets
• Experience engaging with senior-level professionals, advisers, and business owners
• Demonstrated success in managing a recruitment pipeline and delivering against targets

• Relationship-building
• Influencing and negotiating
• Commercially minded and results-focused
• Regulatory environment knowledge (UK Wealth Management and Financial Advice)
• Presentation and stakeholder management
• Market insights and competitive analysis

…