2025 Spring Associate - SumRidge Compliance - Jersey City, NJ in Newark, NJ at honor foundations

Date Posted: 9/9/2024

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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.


Department Overview



SumRidge Partners LLC is a top ranked principal based fixed income market maker, specializing in high yield and investment grade corporate bonds, municipal bonds, institutional preferred securities and emerging market bonds. SumRidge Partners was formed in 2010 following the aftermath of the financial crisis and subsequent liquidity shortfall that occurred within fixed income trading; operating as a premier, electronic based fixed income market maker.


The compliance department is responsible for ensuring that the firm operates within legal and ethical standards, and in accordance with the company's policies and procedures. The compliance department creates and implements policies and procedures to help the company comply with regulations. It also identifies regulatory risks and provides advice.



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Seasonal Analyst Job Summary



Under general supervision, the SumRidge Compliance Spring Associate uses knowledge and skills obtained through formal education and/or experience to work on specific projects within an assigned functional area. The spring associate follows established procedures to perform tasks and receives general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and varied complexity. Some judgment is required to adapt procedures, processes, and techniques to apply to more complex assignments. Routine contact with internal and external customers may be required to exchange basic information.



This is a temporary role.



Work Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week for a limited time, determined by department need.


Start Date: January 2025



Duties and Responsibilities


  • Assist with regulatory filings.

  • Dealing with regulatory agencies and research regulations.

  • Preparation and review of policies and procedures.

  • Implementation of compliance programs/control frameworks.

  • Analyzing and implementing existing and new regulations.

  • Specified projects and varied assignments relating to the SumRidge Compliance Department.

  • Works independently on assigned projects and tasks, meeting all delivery deadlines.

  • Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications.

  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.


Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

  • Interest in financial markets and regulations.

  • Fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a professional office environment.

  • Basic concepts, principles, and practices of an assigned business unit.

  • Microsoft Office Suites and other enterprise applications.


Skill in


  • Strong ability to multitask

  • Demonstrate strong professional work ethic

  • Basic understanding of Bloomberg and Microsoft Office.

  • Operating standard office equipment and using, or having the ability to learn, required software applications.

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.


Ability to


  • Be self-motivated and ambitious

  • Willingness to volunteer and help others.

  • 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


  • Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.


Licenses/Certifications


  • None required.


Location


IN PERSON POSITION %26ndash JERSEY CITY, NJ


  • No travel required.

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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